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As the Crow Flies - Damien Boyd

Rock climbers can’t afford to make careless mistakes. But Detective Inspector Nick Dixon’s former climbing partner, Jake Fayter, died doing just that. Or so it seems. Dixon suspects foul play, but his only leads are unreliable accounts of something odd happening in Cheddar Gorge seconds before Jake fell.The more Dixon learns about Jake’s life, the more he realises that Jake hadn’t been quite the man he remembered...and a lot of people could have wanted him dead. Once Dixon gets too close to the truth, those people will emerge from the shadows and kill to protect their secrets.As the body count rises, Dixon bends the rules to breaking point to lure out a killer and unravel a conspiracy of silence that will rock the sleepy town of Burnham-on-Sea to its core.As the Crow Flies is the electrifying first novel in the DI Nick Dixon Crime Series.Revised edition: This edition of As the Crow Flies includes editorial revisions.

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As the Crow Flies - Jeffrey Archer

Enthralling and ambitious, Sunday Times bestseller Jeffrey Archerâ ™s As The Crow Flies brings to life one manâ ™s rise from rags to riches - a boy who inherits a barrow and ends up with the biggest supermarket chain in the world.Growing up in the slums of East End London, Charlie Trumper dreams of someday running his grandfatherâ ™s fruit and vegetable stall. That day comes all too suddenly when his grandfather dies, leaving him his legacy: his barrow.The onset of World War I takes Charlie far from home to the trenches of Normandy, where he learns to deal with any enemy. Returning to the East End, he finds his barrow stolen â “ and comes straight into conflict with a dangerous enemy, whose legacy of evil will follow him and his family for generations, even as Charlie strives to fulfil the dream his grandfather inspired.In an epic journey set against the turbulent backdrop of a changing century, spanning three continents and sixty years, this mesmerizing tale showcases Archer s formidable talents.Enjoy more of Archer s enthralling writing with his short story collections A Quiver Full of Arrows and A Twist in the Tale. â ˜If there were a Nobel Prize for storytelling, Archer would winâ ™ - Daily Telegraph Probably the greatest storyteller of our age - The Mail on Sunday

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From The Ashes - Damien Boyd

Long lives are being cut short in this thriller from the bestselling DI Nick Dixon crime series.A retired teacher is found dead in her Somerset home on a cold January night. At first glance, it is a routine unexplained death and a simple referral to the coroner, until a neighbour reports an unscheduled visit from an occupational therapist an hour before the body was discovered.Detective Chief Inspector Nick Dixon is convinced the elderly woman has been strangled—a cause of death confirmed by the pathologist—and a murder investigation is launched.More victims are soon found—a second retired teacher who died in eerily similar circumstances in Devon. Then a possible third victim is exhumed in Dorset.Leading a regional task force, Dixon must find the connection between the victims. As the coincidences mount, he begins to fear he has stumbled on something premeditated and deeply sinister—a serial killer targeting the elderly in their own homes.

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Blast from the Past - Damien Boyd

A dark cloud casts a long shadow in this thriller from the bestselling DI Bob Willis series. It is 1986. Assigned to a new Cold Case Unit, retired Detective Inspector Mungo â ˜Bobâ ™ Willis has reopened the investigation into the 1962 disappearance of a nine-year-old boy. Paul Bromfield was snatched from one of the last steam trains from Evercreech Junction to Burnham-on-Sea and later found dead in an abandoned bunker. A day at the seaside turned to tragedy. And a childâ ™s name everyone remembers. The killer has been watchingâ ”waiting for this moment. When another child vanishes and chilling messages begin to arrive, Bob finds himself caught in a dangerous game. With time running out, he must decipher clues that have been hidden in plain sight for decades; clues that point to the lasting fallout of a forgotten nightmare. The truth is still out there. And itâ ™s not finished with him yet.

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Deceived By The Light - Damien Boyd

An innocent man framed. A case closed. A serial killer free to kill again.It is 1985. Detective Inspector Mungo ‘Bob’ Willis is being forced out of Avon and Somerset Police on medical grounds. His career is in tatters, his body broken, his mind shattered, and his partner—DS Lizzie Harper—dead in a sting operation gone wrong.Their last case is closed, but Bob is convinced an innocent man has been framed, leaving a serial killer cruising the A303 with impunity, free to target lone women who have broken down by the roadside late at night.The killer knows the police aren’t looking for anyone else in connection with the murders. What they don’t know is what Bob will do next.And when another woman is killed in horrifyingly similar circumstances, Bob launches his own—unofficial—investigation. Can he stop a sadistic killer before they kill again? And again…

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Damien Ike and the Fallen House of Draven - Benson Dee, David Arlo

INTRODUCING A BOLD NEW HERO - DAMIEN IKE.Damien Ike is fortunate. As the son of the most powerful mage in the land, he should have a bright future ahead of him. But as Damien approaches adulthood, he can #39;t help but worry that there is no sign of his magic developing. And yet to survive beyond a few days old with no magic is unthinkable - the High Commission of Mages does not allow it. There #39;s no way his father, their leader, would have a son who is a Nullborn.Then Damien stumbles upon a secret his mother has kept from everyone - even him - and everything changes. Could it be that the fortune his future promised is not all it #39;s cracked up to be? As Damien #39;s world is turned upside down, he must discover how to keep their secret safe and get to the heart of the lies on which their world is founded . . .A thrilling new YA fantasy exploring fear, prejudice . . . and hope. Perfect for fans of THE WITCHER and AN EMBER IN THE ASHES.

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The Uncool - Cameron Crowe

The long-awaited memoir by Cameron Croweâ ”one of Americaâ ™s most iconic journalists and filmmakersâ ”revealing his formative years in rock and roll and bringing to life stories that shaped a generation, in the bestselling tradition of Patti Smithâ ™s Just Kids. If youâ ™ve seen Almost Famous, you may think you know this story, but you donâ ™t. His clarity of observation and memory, his choice words, his people â “ Cameron Crowe, wonderfully, continues to serve us WES ANDERSONCameron Crowe was an unlikely rock and roll insider. Born in 1957 to parents who strictly banned the genre from their house, he dove headfirst into the world of music. By the time he graduated high school at fifteen, Crowe was contributing to Rolling Stone. His parents became believers, uneasily allowing him to interview and tour with legends like Led Zeppelin; Lynyrd Skynyrd; Bob Dylan; Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young; and Fleetwood Mac.Crowe spends his teens politely turning down the drugs and turning on his tape recorder. He talks his journalism teacher into giving him class credit for his road trip covering Led Zeppelinâ ™s 1975 tour. He earns the trust of icons like Gregg Allman and Joni Mitchell who had sworn to never again speak to Rolling Stone. He embeds with David Bowie as the sequestered genius transforms himself into a new persona: The Thin White Duke. Why did Bowie give Crowe such unprecedented access? Because youâ ™re young enough to be honest, Bowie tells him.This intimate family drama charts the path that leads Crowe to writing and directing some of the most beloved films of the past forty years, from Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Say Anything to Jerry Maguire and Almost Famous. With its vivid snapshots of a bygone era and a celebration of creativity and connection, The Uncool is an essential read for music lovers or anyone chasing their wildest dreams.

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The Uncool - Cameron Crowe

The long-awaited memoir by Cameron Croweâ ”one of Americaâ ™s most iconic journalists and filmmakersâ ”revealing his formative years in rock and roll and bringing to life stories that shaped a generation, in the bestselling tradition of Patti Smithâ ™s Just Kids. If youâ ™ve seen Almost Famous, you may think you know this story, but you donâ ™t. His clarity of observation and memory, his choice words, his people â “ Cameron Crowe, wonderfully, continues to serve us WES ANDERSONCameron Crowe was an unlikely rock and roll insider. Born in 1957 to parents who strictly banned the genre from their house, he dove headfirst into the world of music. By the time he graduated high school at fifteen, Crowe was contributing to Rolling Stone. His parents became believers, uneasily allowing him to interview and tour with legends like Led Zeppelin; Lynyrd Skynyrd; Bob Dylan; Crosby, Stills, Nash, Young; and Fleetwood Mac.Crowe spends his teens politely turning down the drugs and turning on his tape recorder. He talks his journalism teacher into giving him class credit for his road trip covering Led Zeppelinâ ™s 1975 tour. He earns the trust of icons like Gregg Allman and Joni Mitchell who had sworn to never again speak to Rolling Stone. He embeds with David Bowie as the sequestered genius transforms himself into a new persona: The Thin White Duke. Why did Bowie give Crowe such unprecedented access? Because youâ ™re young enough to be honest, Bowie tells him.This intimate family drama charts the path that leads Crowe to writing and directing some of the most beloved films of the past forty years, from Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Say Anything to Jerry Maguire and Almost Famous. With its vivid snapshots of a bygone era and a celebration of creativity and connection, The Uncool is an essential read for music lovers or anyone chasing their wildest dreams.

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Lila and the Crow - Gabrielle Grimard

Lila has just moved to a new town and can t wait to make friends at school. But on the first day, a boy points at her and shouts: A crow! A crow! The new girl s hair is black like a crow! The others whisper and laugh, and Lila s heart grows as heavy as a stone. The next day, Lila covers her hair. But this time, the boy points at her dark skin. When she covers her face, he mocks her dark eyes. Now every day at school, Lila hides under her turtleneck, dark glasses, and hat. And every day when she goes home, she sees a crow who seems to want to tell her something. Lila ignores the bird and even throws rocks at it, but it won t go away. Meanwhile, the great autumn festival is approaching. While the other kids prepare their costumes, Lila is sadder and lonelier than ever. At her lowest point of despair, a magical encounter with the crow opens Lila s eyes to the beauty of being different, and gives her the courage to proudly embrace her true self.

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The Clockwork Crow - Catherine Fisher

A magical story of snow and stars by Catherine Fisher. The Clockwork Crow is a mysterious gothic Christmas tale set in a frost-bound Victorian country mansion. When orphaned Seren Rees is given a mysterious package by a strange and frightened man on her way to her new home, she reluctantly takes it with her. But what is in the parcel? Who are the Family who must not be spoken of, and can the Crow help Seren find Tom, before the owner of the parcel finds her? The Clockwork Crow is a gripping Christmas tale of families and belonging set in snowy Wales from a master storyteller.

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What the Crow Saw Below - Robert Tregoning

From the Indie Picture Book Award Winner 2024 Robert Tregoning, comes What the Crow Saw Below, a beautifully wirtten fable-like tale of hope, stunningly illustrated by Greg Stobbs.On the tangled, twisted branches, in a tangled, twisted wood, stood a young crow, looking downward, like her elders said she should.But the curious little crow soon starts to question why the older crows always look for danger below. If she can find the courage to look up and explore the world above the treetops, perhaps she might find the freedom she longs for?

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Blue Blood - Damien Boyd

Police officers are the target in this gripping thriller from the bestselling DI Nick Dixon crime series. It is Acting Detective Superintendent Nick Dixonâ ™s wedding day. Gig rowers find a body floating in Bridgwater Bay and when the victim is identified as a serving police officer, executed at point blank range with a 3D printed gun, the assistant chief constable is soon knocking on Dixonâ ™s doorâ ”wedding night or not. It is the third such killing in as many weeks, but the first two victims were drug dealers, with no apparent connection to the dead officer other than the murder weapon itself. Dixon must navigate a complex web of lies, corruption and betrayal. Taking charge of two major investigation teams, it quickly becomes clear that no one is who they seem. But is it two cases or just one? Is he looking for a motive that doesnâ ™t exist? And can he find the gunsmith before another 3D printed gun finds its way into the wrong hands?

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Carnival Blues - Damien Boyd

Carnival season is off to an explosive start in this thriller from the bestselling DI Nick Dixon crime series.Detective Chief Inspector Nick Dixon arrives late for Bridgwater’s winter carnival. He’s come to see the squibbing, the traditional firework display that brings the town’s November festivities to a dramatic close. But when the squib of Avalon Carnival Club president Richard Webb is lit, it explodes, engulfing him in flames.Dixon knows he’s just witnessed a killer making a very public statement. And he can’t help feeling it’s only the beginning.After his suspicions are confirmed at the Burnham-on-Sea carnival forty-eight hours later, the race is on to find the killer before the next event in a nearby town.Can Dixon stop the killings before any more lives are lost? And can he do it with police Professional Standards investigators breathing down his neck?

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The Fox and the Crow: Read It Yourself - Level 1 Early Reader - Ladybird

Based on the well-loved Aesop tale. A hungry fox is on the hunt for some food. When he spots Crow in her tree, he hatches a plan to get her cheese! What will Fox have to do to get Crow s delicious snack? The Fox and the Crow is from Early Reader Level 1 and is perfect for children aged from 4+ who are taking their first steps beyond phonics.Each book has been carefully checked by educational and subject consultants and includes comprehension puzzles, book band information, and tips for helping children with their reading.With five levels to take children from first phonics to fluent reading and a wide range of different stories and topics for every interest, Read It Yourself helps children build their confidence and begin reading for pleasure.

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The Crow Folk - Mark Stay

Swept me straight back to days of losing myself in Diana Wynne Jones novels, and getting lost in truly absorbing, sometimes scary, sometimes emotive adventure with its roots in folklore and history. A story that is full of magic and delight that will thrill readers of any age -Rowan Coleman, author of The Girl at the Window As Spitfires roar overhead and a dark figure stalks the village of Woodville, a young woman will discover her destiny . . . Faye Bright always felt a little bit different. And today she s found out why. She s just stumbled across her late mother s diary which includes not only a spiffing recipe for jam roly-poly, but spells, incantations, runes and recitations . . . a witch s notebook. And Faye has inherited her mother s abilities. Just in time, too. The Crow Folk are coming. Led by the charismatic Pumpkinhead, their strange magic threatens Faye and the villagers. Armed with little more than her mum s words, her trusty bicycle, the grudging help of two bickering old ladies, and some aggressive church bellringing, Faye will find herself on the front lines of a war nobody expected. For fans of Lev Grossman and Terry Pratchett comes this delightful novel of war, mystery and a little bit of magic . . . Praise for THE CROW FOLK

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The Crow Movie Gallery - figurka (699788842089)

Figurka - soška, postavička, sběratelská, výška 23 cm, materiál plast, nepohyblivá Klíčové přednosti figurky The Crow Movie Gallery - figurka Figurka Diamond Select přinese radost sběratelům Figurka ze série The Crow se bude vyjímat ve sbírce díky svému kvalitnímu zpracování Materiálem je plast The Crow Movie Gallery - figurka představuje dekorativní sošku V balení naleznete jednu figurku Figurka Diamond Select měří 23 cm

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The New Confessions - William Boyd

Brilliant. A Citizen Kane of a novel Daily Telegraph__________________________________Meet John James Todd:Scotsman, auteur, Rousseau-fanatic - and subversive element Born in 1899, John James Todd is one of the great, failed geniuses of the last century. His reminiscences, collected in The New Confessions, take us from Edinburgh to the Western Front, the Berlin film-world in the Twenties to Hollywood in the Thirties, Forties and beyond. Suffering imprisonment, shooting, marriage, fatherhood, divorce and McCarthyism, Todd is a hostage to good fortune, ill-judgement, bad luck, the vast sweep of history and the cruel, cruel hand of fate . . .__________________________________ A magnificent feat of storytelling and panoramic reconstruction Observer Paced and plotted with sinewy, unfailing skill . . . Boyd has given us a work of rich, ripe and immensely enjoyable entertainment Sunday Times Simply the best realistic storyteller of his generation Independent

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White Bicycles - Joe Boyd

A memoir from a man present at the birth of modern rock and the author of And the Roots of Rhythm Remain, praised by Robert Plant, Brian Eno and more From Dylan to Pink Floyd, Boyd was there and can remember it all Daily ExpressWhen Muddy Waters came to London in the early 60s, Joe Boyd was his tour manager. When Dylan went electric at the Newport Festival, Joe Boyd was plugging in his guitar. When it was the summer of love, Joe Boyd was running the coolest club in London, the UFO. When a bunch of club regulars called Pink Floyd recorded their first single, Joe Boyd was the producer. When a young songwriter named Nick Drake wanted to give his demo tape to someone, he chose Joe Boyd.More than any previous 60s music autobiography, Joe Boyd s White Bicycles offers the real story of what it was like to be there at the time. As well as the 60s heavy-hitters, this book also offers wonderfully vivid portraits of a whole host of other musicians. His greatest coup is bringing to life the famously elusive figure of Nick Drake - the first time he s been written about by anyone who knew him well. Profound ... and beyond Robert Plant

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The Crow

In the dark depths of winter, snow is falling and the animals are freezing and famished. Brave Crow sets out on a dangerous journey to find the Sun, and beg for warmth. Will Crow succeed, and what will happen to his colourful rainbow feathers?Inspired by a Lenape Native American myth, this beautiful debut picture book shows how courage and kindness are what really matter.

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The Crow Trap - Ann Cleevesová

Introducing Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope.The Crow Trap is the first book in Ann Cleevesâ ™s Vera Stanhope series â “ which is now a major ITV detective drama starring Brenda Blethyn, Vera.Everyone has something to hide . . .Three very different women come together at an isolated cottage on the North Pennines to complete an environmental survey. Three women who each know the meaning of betrayal . . .Rachael, the team leader, is still reeling after a double betrayal by her lover and boss. Anne, a botanist, sees the survey as a chance to indulge in a little deception of her own. And then there is Grace, a strange, uncommunicative young woman, hiding plenty of her own secrets.Rachael is the first to arrive at the cottage, but when she gets there she is shocked to discover an apparent suicide. But then another death occurs, and a fourth woman enters the picture â “ the unconventional Detective Inspector Vera Stanhope, who must piece together the truth from these womenâ ™s tangled lives . . .Enjoy more of Vera Stanhopeâ ™s investigations with Telling Tales, Hidden Depths, and Silent Voices. One of Britain s best crime writers â “ Daily Express Nobody does unsettling undercurrents better than Ann Cleeves â “ Val McDermid, author of the Karen Pirie series

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Call of the Crow (Skyborn #2)

Jessica Khoury brings her masterful world-building and emotional depth to this soaring fantasy series. In a world where everyone is born with wings, stone monsters prowl the skies, hunting those who dare to fly too high.In the Clandoms, everyone is born with wings, though not all the clans are treated equally. Ellie Meadows longed to become a Goldwingâ ”the knights who protect the peopleâ ”but because she came from the humble Sparrow Clan, her dream faced almost insurmountable resistance.Nox Hatcher has it even worse. Nox is a Crow, a shattered clan. They can t own businesses or run organizations, all due to mysterious betrayal made hundreds of years ago. Nox has had to steal and scrape just to survive, but a single goal has kept him going, even when it felt like all the Clandoms were against him. Years ago, his mother was imprisoned for a crime she didn t commit. Now, finally, Nox is going to save her.But thereâ ™s more to Noxâ ™s story than even he realizes, a secret thatâ ™s been kept buried for centuries. And the king of the Clandoms himself is so desperate to conceal it that heâ ™s sent a ruthless assassin after Nox and his friends.The four young fugitives must watch every shadow. If they arenâ ™t careful, theyâ ™ll be cut down before they can rescue anyone.

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My Life In Pictures - Pattie Boyd

Model, photographer, and one of the most iconic muses of the twentieth century, Pattie Boyd was at the epicentre of the London music and pop-culture scene in the 1960s and 1970s. PATTIE BOYD: MY LIFE IN PICTURES is a deluxe visual treasure trove featuring over 300 photographs and artworks, with Boyd sharing full and intimate access to her personal archive for the first time. It includes portraits and photographs of Boyd taken by some of the greatest photographers of the twentieth century, such as David Bailey, Eric Swayne, Terence Donovan, Robert Freeman and Robert Whitaker.

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Acid For The Children - The autobiography of Flea, the Red Hot Chili Peppers legend - Flea

Flea, the iconic bassist and co-founder, alongside Anthony Kiedis, of the immortal Red Hot Chili Peppers finally tells his fascinating origin story, complete with all the dizzying highs and the gutter lows you d expect from an LA street rat turned world-famous rock star. Michael Peter Balzary was born in Melbourne, Australia, on October 16, 1962. His more famous stage name, Flea, and his wild ride as the renowned bass player for the Red Hot Chili Peppers was in a far and distant future. Little Michael from Oz moved with his very conservative, very normal family to Westchester, New York, where life as he knew it was soon turned upside down. His parents split up and he and his sister moved into the home of his mother s free-wheeling, jazz musician boyfriend - trading in rules, stability, and barbecues for bohemian values, wildness, and Sunday afternoon jazz parties where booze, weed, and music flowed in equal measure. There began Michael s life-long journey to channel all the frustration, loneliness, love, and joy he felt into incredible rhythm. When Michael s family moved to Los Angeles in 1972, his home situation was rockier than ever. He sought out a sense of belonging elsewhere, spending most of his days partying, playing basketball, and committing petty crimes. At Fairfax High School, he met another social outcast, Anthony Kiedis, who quickly became his soul brother, the yin to his yang, his partner in mischief. Michael joined some bands, fell in love with performing, and honed his skills. But it wasn t until the night when Anthony, excited after catching a Grandmaster Flash concert, suggested they start their own band that he is handed the magic key to the cosmic kingdom. Acid for the Children is as raw, entertaining and wildly unpredictable as its author. It s both a tenderly evocative coming of age story and a raucous love letter to the power of music and creativity

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The Paris Flea Market - Kate Van Den Boogert

This inspiring stroll through Parisâ ™s mythic flea market spotlights a fascinating array of influential vendorsâ ”revealing their unique wares, trade secrets, and the life-changing finds on sale there. The Paris Flea Market has been a mecca for designers and collectors all over the world for over 150 years. A village within a village, its bustling alleyways and hidden corners are home to over two thousand stands that collectively offer a masterclass in the history of art, craft and design. This book profiles twenty or so of the marketâ ™s key dealers, inviting readers into their worlds and revealing the hidden workings of their trade. Vibrant double-page spreads immerse readers in this little- known world. With expertise and specialties ranging from mid- century modern and Art Deco, to Memphis Milano and Louis XVI, these antique and second-hand dealers drive the marketâ ™s rich and eclectic profusion, not only preserving the history of the decorative arts, but also shaping future design trends. At once a promenade through Parisâ ™ most epic antique, collectibles, curiosities, fashion, and design market; an ode to upcycling and a paean to the thrill of the flea market find; this extraordinary book will inspire both weekend bargain hunters and design professionals alike.

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Traffic: When the Eagle Flies - LP (7751259)

LP vinyl - When the Eagle Flies je sedmé studiové album vydané anglickou rockovou kapelou Traffic v roce 1974. Na albu se představili Jim Capaldi, Steve Winwood a Chris Wood s Rosko Gee na basovou kytaru. When the Eagle Flies je sedmé studiové album vydané anglickou rockovou kapelou Traffic v roce 1974. Na albu se představili Jim Capaldi, Steve Winwood a Chris Wood s Rosko Gee na basovou kytaru. Rok vydání : 1974 (7.album) Rok reedice : 2021 Seznam stop LP Something New / Dream Gerrard / Graveyard People / Walking In The Wind / Memories Of A Rock N #039;Rolla / Love / When The Eagle Flies

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Lord of the Flies - William Golding

First published in 1954, William Golding s debut novel, now a classic, is a stark story of survival, probing the depths of human nature, and what happens when civilization collapses. As dystopian stories like The Hunger Games and Battle Royale surge in popularity, this haunting tale of a group of young boys stranded on a desert island still captivates schoolchildren around the world, raising timeless and profound questions about how easily society can slip into chaos and savagery when rules and order have been abandoned. This new educational edition provides supplementary material, chapter summaries, discussion questions and additional teaching resources to help guide students and support teachers throughout the text. When a plane crashes on a remote island, a group of schoolboys are the sole survivors. As the reality of their situation sets in, the boys attempt to establish control and their world gradually descends into brutal savagery. As Catcher in the Rye became the classic coming-of-age tale, Lord of the Flies is the classic story of innocence lost. A teacher himself, Golding clearly understood how to interest children with a gripping story and strong, sympathetic characters. The novel serves as a catalyst for thought-provoking discussion and analysis of universal issues, not only concerning the capabilities of humans for good and evil and the fragility of moral inhibition, but beyond. The boys struggle to find a way of existing in a community with no fixed boundaries invites readers to evaluate the concepts involved in social and political constructs and moral frameworks. Symbolism is strong throughout, revealing both the boys capacity for empathy and hope, as well as illuminating the darkest corners of the human spirit. Ideas of community, leadership, and the rule of law are called into question as the reader has to consider who has a right to power, why, and what the consequences of the acquisition of power may be. All of these concerns are current today and can be easily related to the novel through effective teaching and learning. This new educational edition encourages original and independent thought from students, as well as guiding them through the text. The supplementary material includes a biographical section on William Golding, and his own interpretive essay Fable on Lord of the Flies, as well as providing information about the novel s historical context, which will be ideal for students completing GCSE and A-Level courses as well as those studying the novel worldwide. At the end of the text there are chapter summaries, comprehension questions, discussion points and activities plus a glossary of less familiar words or phrases. All of these are intended to inspire and generate creative teaching, learning and love of the novel.

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The Hobbit Encyclopedia - Damien Bador, Dominique Vigot, Coralie Potot, Vivien Stocker

Delve into Middle-earth, decipher the Dwarves’ alphabet and more, with this indispensable and comprehensive guide to J.R.R. Tolkien’s The Hobbit.This wide-ranging encyclopedia covers all the characters, places, and objects included in the seminal book that first introduced the world of Middle-earth, highlighting the legendary sources from which Tolkien took inspiration.With rich illustrations of action scenes and characters, this encyclopedia has in-depth entries on such subjects as: The ArkenstoneAzog and BolgDragonsElvishFaërieGirionLake-townPipes and pipe-weedThe Quest of EreborWasterlandsThe prequel to The Lord of the Rings (1954), The Hobbit (1937) is an extraordinarily rich work that first introduced us to the world of Middle-earth, and sets up the fantasy world that would be built upon at greater length in Tolkien’s later books. Peter Jackson s trilogy of films based on this single work has helped to create a whole new generation of Tolkien fans.This is the quintessential read for any Tolkien fan, young or old. It also acts as a base reference for those who have newly stepped into Tolkien’s world. With a Middle-earth-age period style, this visually appealing guide can be leafed through by topic or read cover to cover.

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SAS Italian Job - Damien Lewis

Praise for Sunday Times No.1 bestselling author Damien Lewis SAS mission series: One of the great untold stories of WWII - Bear Grylls on SAS Ghost Patrol The untold story - Daily Mail on SAS Nazi Hunters A tale of bravery against desperate odds - Sunday Times on Churchill s Secret Warriors True adventures laced with staggering bravery and sacrifice - Sun on Hunting the Nazi BombAn impossible mission in wartime Italy: the next explosive bestseller from Damien Lewis.In the hard-fought winter of 1944 the Allies advanced northwards through Italy, but stalled on the fearsome mountainous defences of the Gothic Line. Two men were parachuted in, in an effort to break the deadlock. Their mission: to penetrate deep into enemy territory and lay waste to the Germans impregnable headquarters.At the eleventh hour mission commanders radioed for David The Mad Piper Kilpatrick to be flown in, resplendent in his tartan kilt. They wanted this fearless war hero to lead the assault, piping Highland Laddie as he went - so leaving an indelible British signature to deter Nazi reprisals.As the column of raiders formed up, there was shocking news. High command radioed through an order to stand down, having assessed the chances of success at little more than zero. But in defiance of orders, and come hell or high-water, they were going in.

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The Blue Afternoon - William Boyd

WINNER OF THE SUNDAY EXPRESS BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD Achingly memorable The Times ________________________________A quest for secrets in the blue afternoon . . .Los Angeles, 1936. Kay Fischer, a young and ambitious architect, is being followed by an old man. When confronted, he explains that his name is Salvador Carriscant - and that he is her father.In a matter of weeks Kay will join Salvador on an extraordinary journey as they delve back into his past to not only learn the truth behind her own birth, but also to discover the whereabouts of a woman long thought dead - and to uncover the identity of a killer.________________________________ The finest storyteller of his generation Daily Telegraph An extraordinary story John Mortimer, Sunday Telegraph, Books of the Year Terrific Jeremy Paxman, Independent, Books of the Year Richly entertaining Independent A brilliant achievement Time Out

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Existing in the Information Dimension - Daniel Boyd

This book presents new insights into the nature of the human mind as a product of the brain. It does so by discussing how biological and technological information systems differ from their counterparts with physical functions, presenting Emergent Information Theory as a solution to the mind-body problem and overarching framework for all biological and technological information systems.Emergent Information Theory is a new theoretical approach to the specific type of information and emergence exploited by biological neural networks and digital systems. One of the conclusions of this theory is that these entities and processes are non-physical and exist in an information dimension connected to but distinct from the three dimensions of physical space. It is in this information dimension that our minds exist, making it ultimately more our home as sentient beings than the physical realm inhabited by our bodies. This book presents existing scientific and philosophical evidence that leads to this conclusion, followed by application of the theory to biological and technological information systems. The author concludes with a call to action for further research.This fascinating text will be of interest to any researcher of consciousness, the mind-body problem, or AI, as well as those working in related areas such as physical neuroscience and systems theory.

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Crow Moon - Suzy Aspley

An investigative reporter gives up her job when her young twins are killed in a fire, but when she stumbles across the body of a missing teenager, she #39;s thrust into a chilling investigation that will leave no one unscathed… ‘Bloody good read’ Val McDermid ‘Dark, gothic, and dripping with dread, this spellbinding debut is a triumph’ C.J. Cooke ‘An extraordinary debut: intriguing, unsettling, heavy on atmosphere and with a formidable leading lady … Suzy Aspley is one to watch’ Mari Hannah ‘Dark, atmospheric and addictive’ Sun ‘Meets the definition of “eagerly awaited” more than most debuts’ Herald Scotland **Shortlisted for the Val McDermid Debut Award****Shortlisted for the Bloody Scotland Debut Prize** ___ When the crow moon rises, the darkness is unleashed… Martha Strangeways is struggling to find purpose in her life, after giving up her career as an investigative reporter when her young twins died in a house fire. Overwhelmed by guilt and grief, her life changes when she stumbles across the body of a missing teenager – a tragedy that turns even more sinister when a poem about crows is discovered inked onto his back... When another teenager goes missing in the remote landscape, Martha is drawn into the investigation, teaming up with DI Derek Summers, as malevolent rumours begin to spread and paranoia grows. As darkness descends on the village of Strathbran, it soon becomes clear that no one is safe, including Martha… Both a nerve-shattering, enthralling and atmospheric thriller and a moving tale of grief and psychological damage, Crow Moon is a staggeringly accomplished debut and the start of an addictive, unforgettable series. _________________ ‘Compelling, atmospheric and unsettling, Crow Moon takes readers on a twist turning thrill of a ride … a stylish debut in a series we will all be following!’ Louise Welsh ‘Exceptionally atmospheric and excruciatingly tense … a belter’ Emma Christie ‘A page-turning plot, beautifully realised setting, and characters that are still walking and talking in my head … a compassionate and captivating new voice’ Emma Styles ‘The story and its characters feel bound to the landscape … The constant presence of crows, watching, listening, gathering and even swooping down to attack, infuses the already sinister atmosphere with a dash of the Gothic’Herald Scotland ‘Hugely accomplished and extremely creepy’ Trevor Wood ‘The most impressive debut I #39;ve read in years’ Yrsa Sigurdardottir ‘A compelling story, beautiful descriptions of a fearsome wilderness setting and unforgettable characters make this one of my books of the year’ Alison Belsham ‘A gripping piece of contemporary gothic … signals the arrival of a hugely promising new talent’ Kevin Wignall ‘A nerve-tingling thriller with beautiful descriptions that enchant and terrify … this masterful debut will ensure you never look at a crow the same way again’ Eve Smith ‘A creepy story of folklore and grief’ Heleen Kist ‘Deliciously gothic – dripping forests, terrifying disappearances and a haunting resolution’ Heather Critchlow ‘Combining thrills, horror and the occult, this will most certainly appeal to fans of Stephen King and C.J. Tudor’ Mature Times

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Reading Planet: Astro - Crow Wars - Supernova/Earth - Gill Lewis

Some people say crows are evil. Some say they bring death and disease. Some say they are omens of bad luck. But Ash knows better. Kevin, the crow who Ash saved as a chick, is a friend. A friend who understands when Ash feels sad or lonely. And a friend who knows about Ash s special place - the Crow Tree. It s where Kevin lives and where Ash goes to escape his worries. But when developers arrive to cut down the Crow Tree and build on the field, will Ash be brave enough to speak out... before it s too late? Crow Wars is part of the Astro range from Rising Stars Reading Planet. Astro books are ideal for struggling and reluctant readers aged 7-11. Each book is dual-banded so that children can improve their fluency whilst enjoying exciting fiction and non-fiction relevant to their age. Reading Planet books have been carefully levelled to support children in becoming fluent and confident readers. Each book features useful notes and questions to support reading at home and develop comprehension skills. Interest age: 10-11 Reading age: 8 -9 years

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The Virtues - Craig A. Boyd, Kevin Timpe

From the philosophy of Aristotle and Confucius, to Thomas Aquinas Summa Theologiae, to the paintings of Raphael, Botticelli and many more, fascination with the virtues has endured and evolved to fit a wide range of cultural, religious, and philosophical contexts through the centuries.This Very Short Introduction introduces readers to the various virtues: the moral virtues, the intellectual virtues, and the theological virtues, as well as the capital vices. It explores the role of the virtues in moral life, their cultivation, and how they offer ways of thinking and acting that are alternatives to mere rule-following. It also considers the relationship of the virtues to our own emotions, desires, and rational capacities.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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The White Crow - Michael Robotham

The No.1 bestseller and three-time Crime Writers Award Winner returns with a nail-biting new book. If you loved When You Are Mine or you re hunting for thrillers that make you think and feel, you won t want to miss this.As the daughter of a London crime boss, PC Philomena McCarthy walks a thin blue line keeping the two sides of her complicated life apart.On patrol one night she discovers a child in pyjamas, wandering alone. Taking Daisy home, Phil uncovers the aftermath of a deadly home invasion, as three miles away a prominent jeweller is found strapped to an explosive in his ransacked store.The crimes are linked, and all the evidence points to Phil s father as the mastermind.Phil s two worlds are colliding, trapping her in the middle of a vicious gang war that will threaten her career and everyone she loves.Who can she trust - the badge or her own blood? Another tour de force from Michael Robotham. He is so good at humanising his characters - even the nasty ones LINWOOD BARCLAY Everyone is so beautifully drawn - you tear through the pages hoping they can be trusted LAINIE ANDERSON Grips like a vice and twists like a rollercoaster. Impossibly clever. Impossible to put down! ***** READER REVIEW*STORM CHILD was a No.1 print bestseller in Australia 04.07.24

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The Secret Sacred - Damien Stone

A lively account of the concealed faiths of the ancient world.

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The Crow Girl - Erik Axl Sund

The international thriller sensation, now a major series on Paramount+It starts with just one body â “ the hands bound, the skin covered in marks.Detective Superintendent Jeanette Kihlberg is determined to find out who is responsible, despite opposition from her superiors. When two more bodies are discovered, it becomes clear that she is hunting a serial killer.With her career on the line, Kihlberg turns to psychotherapist Sofia Zetterlund. Together, they expose a chain of shocking events that began decades ago â “ but will it lead them to the murderer before someone else dies? A compulsive page-turner Sunday Express Compelling... we are left gasping for breath Daily Mail There s a fantastic twist... the pace of its revelations is relentless Observer

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Wizard of the Crow - Thiong

Informed by traditional African storytelling, discover Ngugi wa Thiong o s masterpiece. To honour the Ruler s birthday, the Free Republic of Aburiria set out to build a tower; a modern wonder of the world that will reach the gates of Heaven. But behind this pillar of unity a battle for control of the Aburirian people rages. Among the contenders: the eponymous Wizard, an avatar of folklore and wisdom; the corrupt Christian Ministry; and the nefarious Global Bank. Mythological but also cheerfully disenchanted; political and playful; cartoonish but also epical... the African novel may well have delivered its greatest masterpiece Sunday Herald

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The Crow Road - Iain M. Banks

One of the best opening lines of any novel Guardian It was the day my grandmother exploded. I sat in the crematorium, listening to my Uncle Hamish quietly snoring in harmony to Bach s Mass in B Minor, and I reflected that it always seemed to be death that drew me back to Gallanach. Prentice McHoan has returned to the bosom of his complex but enduring Scottish family. Full of questions about the McHoan past, present and future, he is also deeply preoccupied: mainly with death, sex, drink, God and illegal substances...Praise for Iain Banks: The most imaginative novelist of his generation The Times His verve and talent will always be recognised, and his work will always find and enthral new readers Ken MacLeod, Guardian His work was mordant, surreal, and fiercely intelligent Neil Gaiman An exceptional wordsmith Scotsman

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The Crow Road - Iain M. Banks

One of the best opening lines of any novel Guardian It was the day my grandmother exploded. I sat in the crematorium, listening to my Uncle Hamish quietly snoring in harmony to Bach s Mass in B Minor, and I reflected that it always seemed to be death that drew me back to Gallanach. Prentice McHoan has returned to the bosom of his complex but enduring Scottish family. Full of questions about the McHoan past, present and future, he is also deeply preoccupied: mainly with death, sex, drink, God and illegal substances...Praise for Iain Banks: The most imaginative novelist of his generation The Times His verve and talent will always be recognised, and his work will always find and enthral new readers Ken MacLeod, Guardian His work was mordant, surreal, and fiercely intelligent Neil Gaiman An exceptional wordsmith Scotsman

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Lord of the Flies - William Golding

Originally published in 1954, William Golding s Lord of the Flies is one of the most disturbing and celebrated novels of modern times. A plane crashes on a desert island. The only survivors are a group of schoolboys. At first they revel in the freedom and celebrate the absence of grown-ups. Soon though, as the boys fragile sense of order begins to collapse, their fears start to take on a sinister, primitive significance. Suddenly, the world of cricket, homework and adventure stories seems a long way away. The boys are faced with a more pressing reality - survival - and the appearance of a terrifying beast who haunts their dreams.

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Buddhism - Damien Keown

Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the workings of Buddhism in daily life. Damien Keown looks at the distinctive features of Buddhism, examining who the Buddha was and what his teachings were. By considering how Buddhist thought has developed over the centuries, Keown considers how contemporary dilemmas can be faced from a Buddhist perspective. In this new edition Keown provides new perspectives on Buddhist thought, including up-to-date material about the evolution of Buddhism throughout Asia, the material culture of Buddhism and its importance, new teachings on the ethics of war and peace, and changes to ethnicity, class, and gender. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.

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SAS Shadow Raiders - Damien Lewis

From bestselling true military author Damien Lewis: the incredible story of the radar wars, Britain s most secret battle. Nail-biting action all the way - the explosive true story - Mark Billy Billingham A true story that reads better than any thriller - Dan Snow One of the most important special forces books written. It traces the daring, ingenuity and sheer courage that is the foundation of the modern service - Colonel Tim CollinsIn the winter of 1941 an alien-seeming object was captured in a death-defying dash by an RAF reconnaissance pilot flying a lone unarmed Spitfire across the French coast. Balanced upon the cliffs near Le Havre was what appeared to be a giant convex dish, directed across the Channel at the war-torn British coastline.With Britain s cities being pounded by fearsome bombing raids, teams of experts studied the photograph worriedly. Might the dish constitute a highly-secret form of radar - one that had the capacity to tip the balance of the war decisively in the enemy s favour? If so, Nazi Germany would have leapfrogged British technology many-fold.A top-secret mission was devised to steal what had become known as the Wurzburg Dish, after Enigma intercepts of coded German messages. Appropriately christened Operation Biting, this was to be the first-ever Allied raid using airborne forces. Commanded by legendary Major John Johnny Frost, he demanded blind loyalty from his band of piratical raiders. A wild crew ... they looked horrible, he admitted. Each and every rehearsal had proved disastrous; it was a suicide mission in all but name.On the French coast agents of the Special Operations Executive - Churchill s shadowy ministry for ungentlemanly warfare - risked all to map the target s defences. At the eleventh hour, two unwelcome additions joined Frosts s crew. One, was a shadowy German cloaked in mystery; the other a British radar specialist who could not be allowed to fall into enemy hands. Relying on files declassified for the purposes of writing this book, eyewitness testimony,and working with the families of key figures involved, Lewis reveals an untold epic of daring, ruthless rule-breaking and ferocity, coupled with bravery and ingenuity beyond measure. The results of Operation Biting would resonate throughout the war and beyond,changing the course of twentieth-century history.

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SAS Bravo Three Zero - Damien Lewis, Des Powell

An incredible story, and so well told Bear Grylls Honesty, integrity and real experience that puts you in the thick of the action. Billy BillinghamThere were three patrols that fateful January 1991 morning: Bravo One Zero, Bravo Two Zero and Bravo Three Zero. It was the opening hours of the Gulf War and the SAS were flown deep behind enemy lines to hunt down Saddam s Scud missiles, the use of which threatened a Third World War.The men of Bravo One Zero stepped off the chopper, took one look at the flat desert devoid of any cover and decided no way were they deploying into all of that. But Andy NcNab s famed Bravo Two Zero patrol did deploy, with fatal results - all bar one being captured or killed.And then there was Bravo Three Zero. These men were different. Thought differently. Acted differently. Treating as gospel the SAS s saying any fool can be uncomfortable , they deployed with vehicles, and while there was nowhere to hide they could make a dash for the border if desperate.Even as warnings came in that McNab s patrol was on the run, Bravo Three Zero remained undetected - the furthest Coalition forces behind Iraqi lines. Slipping through enemy positions, a string of targets were taken out. But with the desert turning bitter and snow starting to fall, they were forced to fight a running battle against the elements as much as the enemy.Though overshadowed by the fate of Bravo Two Zero, the achievements of this highly-decorated patrol are the stuff of elite forces legend. Now, for the first time, SAS veteran Des Powell reveals their story in gritty, blow-by-blow detail. Written with acclaimed military author Damien Lewis, this is a tale of edge-of-the seat daring deep inside enemy lands. Brutal, savage, unrelenting - prepare to be blown away, in a tale that proves utterly the SAS motto - who dares wins.

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Love is Blind - William Boyd

This is William Boyd s sweeping, heart-stopping new novel. Set at the end of the 19th century, it follows the fortunes of Brodie Moncur, a young Scottish musician, about to embark on the story of his life. When Brodie is offered a job in Paris, he seizes the chance to flee Edinburgh and his tyrannical clergyman father, and begin a wildly different new chapter in his life. In Paris, a fateful encounter with a famous pianist irrevocably changes his future - and sparks an obsessive love affair with a beautiful Russian soprano, Lika Blum. Moving from Paris to St Petersburg to Edinburgh and back again, Brodie s love for Lika and its dangerous consequences pursue him around Europe and beyond, during an era of overwhelming change as the nineteenth century becomes the twentieth. Love is Blind is a tale of dizzying passion and brutal revenge; of artistic endeavour and the illusions it creates; of all the possibilities that life can offer, and how cruelly they can be snatched away. At once an intimate portrait of one man s life and an expansive exploration of the beginning of the twentieth century, Love is Blind is a masterly new novel from one of Britain s best loved storytellers.

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Lifespan Development, Global Edition - Denise Boyd, Helen Bee

Lifespan Development provides an introduction to developmental science that⠙s geared around helping you apply your understanding of development to your own life. Throughout this thorough overview of the discipline, authors Denise Boyd and Helen Bee emphasize how concepts connect to research. Combined with their down-to-earth writing style, this approach helps make abstract theoretical material understandable. The 9th Edition has been updated to reflect changing perspectives and recent research. The authors present fresh coverage of neurological milestones of adolescence, influences on interpersonal attraction and other topics. In addition, all key terms throughout the text have been assessed and replaced as necessary with relevant contemporary terminology. Revel® empowers you to actively participate in learning. More than a digital textbook, Revel delivers an engaging blend of author content, media, and assessment. With Revel, you can read and practice in one continuous experience anytime, anywhere, on any device.

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White as the Shroud - Myra MacDonald

Between South and Central Asia, in the high mountains and cold deserts, India, Pakistan and China have fought brutal wars over barren, uninhabited territory in a bid for control over their national peripheries, including Xinjiang and Tibet in China, and Jammu and Kashmir on the Indian subcontinent. White as the Shroud explores this broader story through the most surreal of such conflicts: the Siachen war, fought between India and Pakistan for control of the eponymous glacier. The tale of Siachen highlights the absurdity of seeking hard borders in such desolate mountains, as well as the brutality of high-altitude warfare-- more soldiers were killed by the weather and terrain than by the fighting. As one of the few people to have visited both sides of the glacier, Indian and Pakistani, Myra MacDonald provides a first-hand view of the battlefield and a wealth of eyewitness testimony from combatants. She sets this account in the overarching narrative of the Kashmir conflict, India s defeat by China in 1962, and the 1999 India-Pakistan Kargil war. White as the Shroud brings a fresh perspective to one of the most volatile corners of the world, raising questions about borders and the wars fought to defend them.

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On the Ashes - Gideon Haigh

Nothing compares to the Ashes. The Ashes is always coming, even when it is finished. The Ashes is where hope, expectation, magic and chagrin flourish in equal measure, and performance is permanently burnished. The best cricket writer in the world Guardian The Bradman of cricket writing Sunday Telegraph The finest cricket writer alive The Australian Australia s finest writer on cricket The Times The most gifted cricket essayist of his generation Richard Williams, GuardianIn On The Ashes, Gideon Haigh, today s pre-eminent cricket writer, has captured over a century and a half of Anglo-Australian cricket, from WG Grace to Don Bradman, from Bodyline to Jim Laker s 19-wicket match, from Ian Botham s miracle at Headingley to the phenomena of Patrick Cummins and Ben Stokes, today s Ashes captains.From over three decades of covering The Ashes, Gideon has brought together an enduring vision of this timeless contest between Australia and England - the world s oldest sporting rivalry - from the colonial era to the present day.

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When the Crow

After spending months unable to use her powers, Brynn Warren is once again using her gift and working at her family s bed-and-breakfast Then she comes into contact with the recently deceased Mortimer Sweete. He s certain he s been murdered, and he wants Brynn s help to bring his killer to justice. Trying to solve a might-be murder while attempting to stop her aunt from meddling in her personal life seems like a recipe for disaster. If Brynn wants to bring Mort s spirit peace, she ll have to rely on all her skills - both magical and mundane - to uncover the truth.

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On the Ashes - Gideon Haigh

Nothing compares to the Ashes. The Ashes is always coming, even when it is finished. The Ashes is where hope, expectation, magic and chagrin flourish in equal measure, and performance is permanently burnished. The best cricket writer in the world Guardian The Bradman of cricket writing Sunday Telegraph The finest cricket writer alive The Australian Australia s finest writer on cricket The Times The most gifted cricket essayist of his generation Richard Williams, GuardianIn On The Ashes, Gideon Haigh, today s pre-eminent cricket writer, has captured over a century and a half of Anglo-Australian cricket, from WG Grace to Don Bradman, from Bodyline to Jim Laker s 19-wicket match, from Ian Botham s miracle at Headingley to the phenomena of Patrick Cummins and Ben Stokes, today s Ashes captains.From over three decades of covering The Ashes, Gideon has brought together an enduring vision of this timeless contest between Australia and England - the world s oldest sporting rivalry - from the colonial era to the present day.

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The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King - Carissa Broadbent

Filled with heartbreak, redemption, dark magic and bloodthirsty vampires, The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King is the stunning second book in the Crowns of Nyaxia series by Carissa Broadbent.Love is a sacrifice at the altar of power.In the wake of the bloody tournament known as the Kejari, Oraya is now a prisoner in her own kingdom and grieving the only family she ever had. She⠙s left with only one certainty: she cannot trust anyone, least of all Raihn, the vampire who betrayed her.The House of Night, too, is surrounded by enemies. Raihn⠙s own nobles are none too eager to accept a Turned king, especially one who was once a slave. And the House of Blood has dug their claws into the kingdom, threatening to tear it apart from the inside. When Raihn offers Oraya a secret alliance, taking the deal is her only chance at reclaiming her kingdom ⠓ and seeking her revenge against the lover who betrayed her. But to do so, she⠙ll need to harness an ancient power, intertwined with her father⠙s greatest secrets.With enemies closing in on all sides, Oraya finds herself forced to choose between the bloody reality of seizing power ⠓ and the devastating love that could be her downfall . . .The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King is a compulsive dark fantasy from Carissa Broadbent, and sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Serpent and the Wings of Night. Continue the series with The Songbird the Heart of Stone, the third book in the addictive romantasy series.Readers are obsessed with the Crowns of Nyaxia series . . .⠘A fantasy emotional rollercoaster⠙⠘Epic, beautiful, heartbreaking, soul-fixing story⠙⠘A must-read⠙⠘Believe the hype⠙The Serpent and the Wings of Night, the first book in Crowns of Nyaxia series, was an instant No. 9 New York Times bestseller and USA Today bestseller on 06/12/23. Its sequel, The Ashes and the Star-Cursed King, was an instant No. 5 New York Times bestseller and No. 9 USA Today bestseller on 04/06/2024.

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