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Behind the Kaiju Curtain - Norman England

"One of the most entertaining yet informative books you will ever read"ーEd Godziszewski, author of Ishiro Honda: A Life in Film, from Godzilla to KurosawaNorman England''s gutsy and insightful stories will do more than just entertain. This is the first and only book in English to take you on a deep dive into the Japanese film industry. You will join well-known directors, cast, and staff for tales of backroom set dealings. The author''s own unlikely story starts with joining the Japanese crew on a George Romero-directed TV commercial shot in Los Angeles. Afterward, in Tokyo, Norman England learns to navigate the sets of giant monster icons Gamera and Godzilla. The book concludes with the premiere of Godzilla, Mothra and King Ghidorah: Giant Monsters All-Out Attack. This diary from the front lines is essential reading for Japanese cinema enthusiasts and filmmakers everywhere.Norman England moved from New York City to Tokyo in 1992. He works in the Japanese film industry as a movie subtitler, still photographer, and director. The Japan Times has described him as "the world''s leading non-Japanese expert on all things Godzilla." England reports on Japanese cinema for a variety of film magazines, including Fangoria, Starlog, Hobby Japan, and Eiga Hiho.

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Behind the Crimson Curtain - E.B. Golden

A magical con artist and an actor turned revolutionary fight for freedom in an atmospheric fantasy debut where layered secrets and daring love clash on a stage of war.On the coal-choked island of Luisonn, the tyrannical Stav Regime breeds rebellion among the working class. Firin, a face-changing con artist trained by her domineering father, dances between fake lives to escape punishment for her crimes—until armed rebels topple the regime. With freedom finally within her grasp, she discovers one of the heroes is her former lover, Bregan, who introduced her to her second love: the theater.As the flames of revolt settle, Firin joins Bregan on the stage. She’s determined to create a life with the honorable man she never forgot. But like the past, love and truth are hard to hide—especially when one of Firin’s victims, now president, chooses Bregan as his right-hand man. Haunted by the sacrifices of revolution and devoted to the new government’s success, Bregan quickly rises in its ranks…In a web of war and false identities, Firin must choose a side. But is the price of freedom her heart?

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The Divorce of Nations - Joao Vale de Almeida

‘Who better to guide us through the chaotic world of the last 25 years than one who had a ringside seat for much that went on, and who writes about it with such insight and skill? This is a must read book.’ - Sir Anthony Seldon, author of Truss at 10''In my time working on Europe, João Vale de Almeida was the most important name in my address book: a view I suspect was widely shared.’ – Lord Kim Darroch, former British ambassador to the United States''This is a superb book: provocative, witty, erudite, sober - and sometimes sobering - but ultimately wise in its prescriptions.’ - Sir Ivan Rogers, former UK Permanent Representative to the EU''This book is a rare opportunity to look behind the diplomatic curtain and see events and the people who inspired them up close and personal.'' - Baroness Catherine Ashton, former High Representative of the EU for Foreign AffairsToday we are witnessing one of the most dangerous geopolitical situations of modern times, heralded by loud populist and nationalist voices, and steeped in uncertainty. But how did the nations of the world come to find themselves in such a predicament? Is the international liberal order condemned?Drawing from decades of experience in Brussels, Washington, New York and London, one of the world’s foremost diplomats lifts the veil on modern foreign affairs and enables us to trace how countries have been sleepwalking towards the ‘Divorce of Nations’, and the steps we can take to fix it.Having met the most consequential global leaders since the turn of the millennium, Ambassador Vale de Almeida’s insightful account features personal observances of figures such as Barack Obama, George W. Bush, Tony Blair, Boris Johnson, Angela Merkel, Nicolas Sarkozy, Emmanuel Macron, Hu Jintao and Donald Trump. He also recalls the numerous times he met Vladimir Putin and the early warning signs and grievances the Russian leader aired in the run up to his incursions into Georgia and Crimea, which ultimately were the precursors to the full-fledged invasion of Ukraine in 2022.Other key moments in his compelling narrative relate to the global response to the Great Financial Crisis, how the world shifted in the aftermath of 9/11, the opening up of China and how the world reacted to the Covid pandemic. The book also includes a personal and colourful account of the first 1,000 days of Brexit – the ultimate act of separation so far.Based on contemporary notes and further reflections, The Divorce of Nations is a necessary and important book that enables us to move forward with better awareness and understanding of the current volatile and fragmented scene, at both national and global levels.

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Cometh the Hour - Jeffrey Archer

Thrilling and absorbing, Cometh the Hour is the sixth novel in international bestseller Jeffrey Archer’s the Clifton Chronicles and sees the Clifton and Barrington families navigate the 1970s in an epic tale of tragedy and hope.There are devastating consequences for Harry and Emma Clifton, her brother Giles Barrington and their arch enemy Lady Virginia when a suicide note is read out in court.Having fallen in love, Giles must decide if he should withdraw from politics to try and rescue the woman he loves from behind the Iron Curtain.Lady Virginia faces bankruptcy, and can see no way out of her financial problems, until she is introduced to a rich, hapless American. Harry and Emma’s son, Sebastian Clifton, now the Chief Executive of Farthings Bank, falls in love with the wrong girl even as his rivals plot to overthrow him. Meanwhile, his father remains determined to free a fellow author from a gulag in Siberia, following the international success of the book they wrote together, the acclaimed Uncle Joe.But then something astonishing happens that none of them could have anticipated . . .The penultimate book in the Clifton Chronicles once again showcases Jeffrey Archer’s extraordinary storytelling abilities and confirms his reputation for breathtaking twists.Continue the bestselling series with This Was a Man.

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The King is Dead - Benjamin Dean

Gossip Girl but make it royal – a Black LGBTQ+ royal reimagining full of scandalous secrets, rollercoaster romances and one hell of a mystery, from the award-winning author Benjamin Dean. ‘Scandalous, funny and deliciously compelling!’ Catherine Doyle, co-author of Twin Crowns'All hail this royal debut that twists, turns, and revels in palace intrigue and deceit.' Kirkus James has been a prince all his life, and since he was born, he’s been thrust into the spotlight as the first Black heir to the throne. But when his father dies unexpectedly, James is crowned king at the tender age of seventeen, and his life irrevocably changes. When James’ boyfriend suddenly goes missing, threatening envelopes appear in the palace, and gossip and scandals that only he knows are leaked to the public. As the anonymous informant continues to expose every last skeleton in the royal closet, James realises even those in his inner circle can’t be trusted.#LongLiveTheScandalPRAISE FOR THE KING IS DEAD: ‘A moreish mashup of scandalous thriller and royal intrigue combines with smart observations on race and power, underpinned with real heart.’ The Guardian ‘All hail this exquisitely twisty, delightfully queer mystery.’ Chelsea Pitcher, author of This Lie Will Kill You ‘Benjamin Dean has written a royal triumph.’ Juno Dawson, author of Her Majesty's Royal Coven ‘A compelling thriller that stays with you long after you’ve finished reading.’ Kathryn Foxfield, author of Good Girls Die First ‘A scandalous peek behind the royal curtain, with more jaw-dropping, OMG-twists than even the most salacious tabloid journalist could create.’ Erik J. Brown, author of All That's Left in the World ‘One page-burning scandal after another. Benjamin Dean is YA royalty.’ Femi Fadugba, author of The Upper World ‘A scandalous, twisty mystery that had me on the edge of my seat gasping for more.’ Kate Weston, author of Diary of a Confused Feminist ‘A twisty thriller that kept me guessing until the very end.’ Lex Croucher, author of Reputation ‘Addictive, compelling, and utterly delicious.’ Simon James Green, author of Noah Can’t Even ‘The scandal of the season!’ Abiola Bello, author of Love in Winter Wonderland ‘A delicious royal mystery.’ The Bookseller

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Over the Wall - Will Britten

‘A gripping account of the cloak and dagger game played in Berlin and beyond by Britain’s shadow warriors. A knife-edge Cold War showdown. A game of secrets, masterfully told.’ – Damien Lewis, Sunday Times No. 1 Bestselling AuthorThe British Commanders’-in-Chief Mission to the Soviet Forces in Germany, better known as BRIXMIS, was arguably the most successful and enduring intelligence organisation of the whole Cold War. Its three-man teams maintained a permanent presence behind the Iron Curtain, patrolling East German soil every single day from 1946 until the fall of the Berlin Wall changed the face of post-war Europe.In a follow-up to The Deadly Game, Will Britten, a career Military Intelligence Officer, treats us to a fresh, and in places hard-hitting look at his experience as one of the last generations of Cold War warriors. Over the Wall details reconnaissance missions in the depths of the DDR, targeting by Stasi surveillance teams, and fascinating personal contacts with ‘the enemy’. Beyond this, he puts forward the shocking proposition that Moscow had almost certainly compromised BRIXMIS through their own agents operating within the wide US military system.Providing a rare insight into the activities of the GRU-staffed Soviet military teams deployed reciprocally in West Germany, Over the Wall ultimately poses an intriguing question: in the final balance whose missions were operationally more effective?

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The Literati - Susan Coll

"Like Bookish People, the novel sparkles with kooky details plucked from literary culture. A comedy of errors that gets it just right." --KirkusAn unexpected catastrophe of literary proportions . . .Aspirant, bookish, and close to broke, 26-year-old Clemi steps into her dream job at a prestigious literary nonprofit and finds herself in the bull''s eye of a financial, legal, and existential calamity. The executive director has disappeared, leaving behind an inscrutable cat to which she is highly allergic. Meanwhile, the bank accounts have been overdrawn, the FBI is asking questions, and she has three days to pull off the annual fundraising gala, a glamorous affair filled with famous writers and local literati.On the upside, she will get to meet her all-time favorite writer, who has won the award. Clemi has read and reread her novels, pouring over her every word. But her interactions with the author and her eight-year-old son, as well as with the nonprofit''s Board Members, leave her wondering whether certain writers are better on the page than in person.All the while, Clemi is trying to sort out her own life: her current boyfriend is, like every boyfriend before him, a pompous poseur, and the clock is running on her apartment-sitting gig. She finds herself wondering what all the goings-on in this dysfunctional, scandal-plagued nonprofit have to do with literature. And if it''s time to let go of her literary aspirations and apply to law school.In the week in which this madcap story unfolds, USA TODAY bestselling author Susan Coll weaves together a charmingly witty and warm comedy of manners that offers a peek behind the literary curtain--one that anyone who''s ever been a little bit uncertain of what the future might hold can relate to.

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The Great Return - Zuzana Palovic

In the beginning of the 21st century, Europe opened its borders to the countries from behind the Iron Curtain. Since then, over 100 million citizens, including Slovaks gained the freedom to move West without a visa. Now, a decade after the East-West exodus, our pioneers are returning home.Telling the stories of international Slovaks who left, learned and returned, 58 voices including government, business and society share their views on the transformation of a nation. The 59th voice is that of the author, who reveals a personal tale of loss, lessons and reconnection through a rite of passage shared by millions of people across the planet.Time-travellers to culture-shifters, Slovakia's lost daughters and sons come home, proving that return is not just a possibility, but an opportunity.

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When the Doves Disappeared - Sofi Oksanen

1941: In Communist-ruled, war-ravaged Estonia, two men are fleeing from the Red Army - Roland, a fiercely principled freedom fighter, and his slippery cousin Edgar. When the Germans arrive, Roland goes into hiding; Edgar abandons his unhappy wife, Juudit, and takes on a new identity as a loyal supporter of the Nazi regime... 1963: Estonia is again under Communist control, independence even further out of reach behind the Iron Curtain. Edgar is now a Soviet apparatchik, desperate to hide the secrets of his past life and stay close to those in power. But his fate remains entangled with Roland''s, and with Juudit, who may hold the key to uncovering the truth... In a masterfully told story that moves between the tumult of these two brutally repressive eras - a story of surveillance, deception, passion, and betrayal - Sofi Oksanen brings to life both the frailty, and the resilience, of humanity under the shadow of tyranny.

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The Found Things - Petr Horáček

A peep-through adventure with Rabbit, to share with 3+ readers, illustrated by award-winning author-artist, Petr Horácek.Rabbit wakes up one beautiful morning and decides to go outside. But she can only find one of her socks! Where could the other one be? Is it under the bed? Hidden in the cupboard? Or behind the shower curtain? Peep through the cut-outs on each page to help Rabbit find her missing sock.

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The Museum of Broken Promises - Elizabeth Buchanová

Inside lies a treasure trove of objects - a baby's shoe, a wedding veil, a railway ticket - all revealing moments of loss and betrayal. It is a place where people come to speak to the ghosts of the past. The owner, Laure, is also one of those people.As a young woman in the 1980s Laure fled to Prague, where her life changed forever. Now, years later, she must confront the origins of her heart-breaking exhibition: a love affair with a dissident musician, a secret life behind the Iron Curtain, and a broken promise that she will never forget.

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The Dracula File - Simon Furman, Gerry Finley-Day, Eric Bradbury

KGB officer Colonel Stakis desperately hunts for Count Dracula, who is spreading terror in 1980s Britain after escaping from behind the Iron Curtain. Blending Cold War paranoia with horror staples, Gerry Finley-Day and Eric Bradbury’s strip overcame sustained attempts at censorship to become one of the most popular strips in the 1980s’ best horror comics.

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Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1): Norman England c1066-c1100 Student Book Second Edition - Lorraine Waterson

This Norman England c1066-c1100 Student Book is part of the popular Oxford AQA GCSE History (9-1) series and has been approved by AQA. Updated as part of our commitment to the inclusive presentation of diverse histories, we''ve created this Norman England-specific book from our popular British Depth Studies Second Edition Student Book to cover exactly and only what your students need to succeed in their AQA Paper 2 exam. Developed by an expert team with a wealth of teaching, examining and authoring experience, this revised book guides students through the major aspects of Norman rule at the required depth and detail, with accessible and informative support for Historic Environments. Carefully selected interpretations and sources give students the opportunity to analyse and evaluate different perspectives on the past in context. Practice Questions, Study Tips and the How to... pages help students thoroughly prepare for the AQA exam questions; the differentiated Work questions build up essential skills, while Extension features challenge students to investigate the history more deeply.This title is perfect for use alongside the Norman England Revision Guide: 9780198432845. A Teacher Handbook is also available covering all 16 AQA GCSE History options: 9780198370185.This title is also available as eBook: 9781382045162.

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AQA GCSE History: Norman England, 1066-1100 - Helena Clarke

Exam Board: AQALevel: GCSESubject: HistoryFirst Teaching: September 2016First Exam: June 2018Create a stimulating, well-paced teaching route through the 2016 GCSE History specification using this tailor-made series that draws on a legacy of market-leading history textbooks and the individual subject specialisms of the author team to inspire student success.- Motivate your students to deepen their subject knowledge through an engaging and thought-provoking narrative that makes historical concepts accessible and interesting to today''s learners- Embed progressive skills development in every lesson with carefully designed Focus Tasks that encourage students to question, analyse and interpret key topics- Take students'' historical understanding to the next level by using a wealth of original contemporary source material to encourage wider reflection on different periods- Help your students achieve their potential at GCSE with revision tips and practice questions geared towards the changed assessment model, plus useful advice to aid exam preparation- Confidently navigate the new AQA specification using the expert insight of experienced authors and teachers with examining experienceAbout this bookNorman England is an authoritative textbook for the new AQA British Depth Study: Norman England 1066-1100. It covers:Part One: Conquest and Control - Causes of conquest: Why did the Normans invade and conquer England?- The Battle of Hastings: Why did William win the Battle of Hastings in 1066?- Establishing control: How did William deal with rebellions and start to take control of the country?Part Two: Taking Stock- Feudalism: How was the country organised under the Feudal system?- Domesday book: Why was the Domesday survey compiled & what can be learnt from it?- The Medieval Village: What was life like for ordinary people?Part Three: The Normans and Monasticism- The Church: To what extent did William change the English Church?- Monasticism: How did monasteries change after the Norman conquest?Norman England is written by the Helena Clarke who has taught History at Wilmslow High School for 10 years and is also team leader for GCSE History for a major awarding body.

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Behind the Curtain of the Beautiful Game - Callum McFadden

Written by debut author Callum McFadden and featuring never-before-told stories from the likes of Martin O'Neill, Ron Atkinson, Les Ferdinand, Jeff Stelling, Martin Tyler, Norman Whiteside and others, Behind the Curtain of the Beautiful Game is a reminder of why we love football.

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Oxford Revise: GCSE Edexcel History: Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-88 Complete Revision and Practice (Exams from 2026) - Aaron Wilkes

Up-to-date research into successful revision strategies has been used to create this GCSE Edexcel History: Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-88 revision guide. Each topic is covered following the three simple steps of knowledge, retrieval and then plenty of practice. Students have everything they need in one book to prepare and be confident as they approach their exams. Exam specification: Exams from 2026A complete revision and practice book informed by cognitive science principlesCovers everything that students need to revise for the Edexcel Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-88 specification Written and reviewed by experienced teachersSupports students to use proven effective revision strategiesEach topic is comprehensively and clearly covered within Knowledge OrganisersRetrieval questions check that knowledge is secure and build long-term retentionExam-style practice questions and mark schemes build students'' experience and confidenceQR codes provide links to answers, key word definitions and further revision support on accompanying website

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Ben Walsh History: Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1): Medicine in Britain, Crime and Punishment in Britain, Anglo-Saxon and Norman England and Early Elizab

Exam board: Pearson EdexcelLevel: GCSE (9-1)Subject: HistoryFirst teaching: September 2016First exams: Summer 2018Endorsed for Pearson Edexcel qualificationsDiscover a fresh approach to Pearson Edexcel GCSE History, developed by bestselling author Ben Walsh while working with hundreds of students and teachers across England.Unlike other textbooks, which were written before the 9-1 GCSEs had been taught, this book is rooted in real classroom experience, so it tackles the big challenges head on.You can rely on Ben Walsh History to:> Do the hard work for you. The large amount of content has been turned into a manageable and logically structured GCSE course, which teachers and students can easily follow in the time available> Use good history practice as the vehicle for exam success. This book doesn''t just teach to the test; it progressively builds students'' skills and conceptual understanding, turning them into accomplished historians who will approach their exams with confidence> Hook students in and make history memorable. Ben''s trademark mix of rich narrative and interesting sources will engage students of all abilities and provide suitable challenge to move them up the grades> Focus on what really matters. All of the features in the book are designed to help students to consolidate their knowledge and remember the key content - from ''Focus tasks'' and regular ''Retrieval practice'' questions to end-of-chapter revision tasks> Give straightforward exam advice. ''What does it mean?'', ''Jargon buster'' and ''Myth buster'' boxes explain the exam requirements and question types. ''Top tips'', ''Success criteria'', annotated model answers and simplified ''thumbs up'' mark schemes ensure that students understand how to answer questions effectivelyThis book covers the following units:Thematic study and historic environment> Medicine in Britain, c1250-present and The British sector of the Western Front, 1914-18: injuries, treatment and the trenches> Crime and punishment in Britain, c1000-present and Whitechapel, c1870-c1900: crime, policing and the inner cityBritish depth study > Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-88> Early Elizabethan England, 1558-88

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ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, C1060-88 - PG Online Ltd

ClearRevise Edexcel GCSE History 1HI0 Anglo-Saxon and Norman England. Illustrated revision and practice. Covers Paper 2.

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GCSE History AQA Topic Revision Guide - Norman England, c1066-c1100 - CGP Books

This splendid CGP Topic Guide covering Norman England (c.1066-1100) is ideal for students preparing for the AQA 9-1 GCSE History exam. It''s packed with crystal-clear revision notes, heaps of activities, interpretations and exam-style questions (with answers) - perfect for helping students test their understanding of the topic and master the skills they''ll need for the exam. Our handy worked answers and exam advice mean students can walk into the exam feeling confident that they''re fully prepared.

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GCSE History Edexcel Topic Revision Guide - Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-1088 - CGP Books

This marvellous CGP Topic Guide covering Anglo-Saxon and Norman England (c.1060-1088) is ideal for students preparing for the Edexcel 9-1 GCSE History exam. It''s packed with crystal-clear revision notes, heaps of activities and exam-style questions (with answers) for students to test their understanding of the topic and the skills they''ll need for the British Depth Study section of the exam. Our handy worked answers and advice mean students can walk into the exam feeling confident they know what good answers look like. Plus there are exam tips throughout the book.

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The Book of Norman - Norman Sunshine

The Book of Norman: Norman Sunshine / A Life in Art, brings together more than seven decades of the American artist Norman Sunshine’s painting, sculpture, pencil, charcoal, and digital work, all deftly interwoven into his remarkable life story. Born and raised in Los Angeles, Sunshine began as an illustrator for the entertainment industry and the New York Times, eventually moving into advertising, where he authored some of the most recognizable campaigns of the 1970s. He quickly drew acclaim as a painter of southern California’s soft geometry and quiet loneliness. After moving back to the East Coast, his practice expanded: sometimes through distinctively experimental, Cezanne-like still-lifes, sometimes capturing the austerity of the New England winter, but always developing a visual language equally attuned to the psychological and physical spaces he inhabited. The Book of Norman is both a memoir of the social and artistic worlds of post-war America and a deep reflection on a life devoted to making art. The art critic Donald Kuspit said of Sunshine’s work that it is, “a classical example of dynamic equilibrium.” That statement is also true of the artist himself.

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Norman and the Smell of Adventure - Ryan T. Higgins

New York Times best-selling creator Ryan T. Higgins follows up the much-lauded NORMAN DIDN''T DO IT! with this hilarious sequel about answering the call (and smell) of adventure.Norman is a porcupine. Norman’s best friend is Mildred. Mildred is a tree.They have favorite things they do together, day after day. When Norman wakes one morning and wants to try something new, he’s frustrated to learn that Mildred has other plans. So Norman storms off. On his own. Without Mildred. Can their friendship survive? With his signature humor and heart, Ryan T. Higgins explores the joy of independence and the power of best friendship.

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The Kaiju Preservation Society - John Scalzi

Shortlisted for the 2023 Hugo Award for Best NovelJurassic Park meets Parks & Recreation in The Kaiju Preservation Society by John Scalzi – a thrilling, fast-paced adventure set on an alternate Earth.‘John Scalzi is the most entertaining, accessible writer working in SF today’ – Joe Hill, author of The FiremanThey''re big, they''re bad and they''re about to become extinct . . .Jamie’s dream was to hit the big time at a New York tech start-up. Jamie’s reality was a humiliating lay-off, then a low-wage job as a takeaway delivery driver. During a pandemic too. Things look beyond grim, until a chance delivery to an old acquaintance. Tom has an urgent vacancy on his team: the pay is great and Jamie has debts – it’s a no-brainer choice. Yet, once again, reality fails to match expectations. Only this time it could be fatal.It seems Tom’s ‘animal rights organization’ is way more than it appears. The animals aren’t even on Earth – or not our Earth, anyway. In an alternate dimension, massive dinosaur-like creatures roam a tropical, human-free world. And although Kaiju are their universe’s largest and most dangerous animal, they need support to survive.Tom’s ‘Kaiju Preservation Society’ wants to help. However, others want to profit. Unless they’re stopped, the walls between our worlds could fall – and the consequences would be devastating.Perfect for fans of Adrian Tchaikovsky and Michael Crichton.A Financial Times Book of the Year''Hugely enjoyable'' – The Guardian''An escapist delight'' – The Times

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The Kai Cookbook - Jess Murphy

The Kai Cookbook is the long-awaited collection of 100 of the restaurant’s best-loved dishes, from the legendary Kai fish fingers that they can’t take off the menu to showstopper cakes from the irresistible daily line-up on the bar. Kai is the Māori word for food, and Jess and Dave Murphy opened the door to their award-winning Galway restaurant in 2011 with a simple formula: high-quality produce, sourced locally and cooked intelligently. What’s in season will be on your plate. Part cookbook, part love letter to Jess’s adopted home in the West of Ireland, these recipes and recollections, all told in Jess’s distinctive voice, will capture your heart, just like this little restaurant has done to all who have eaten there.

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The Fight - Mailer Norman

From one of the major innovators of New Journalism, Norman Mailer''s The Fight is the real-life story of a clash between two of the world''s greatest boxers, both in and out of the ring, published in Penguin Modern Classics.Norman Mailer''s The Fight focuses on the 1974 World Heavyweight Boxing Championship in Kinshasa, Zaire. Muhammad Ali met George Foreman in the ring. Foreman''s genius employed silence, serenity and cunning. He had never been defeated. His hands were his instrument, and ''he kept them in his pockets the way a hunter lays his rifle back into its velvet case''. Together the two men made boxing history in an explosive meeting of two great minds, two iron wills and monumental egos.''"If ever a fighter had been able to demonstrate that boxing was a twentieth-century art, it must be Ali", says Norm, and his achievement in this masterly book is of a similar order, demonstrating that writing about sport can also be a twentieth-century art''Geoff Dyer, New Statesman''Probably no one has written about boxing better than Mailer has''Guardian

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King Cnut and the Viking Conquest of England 1016 - W. B. Bartlett

The Viking Conquest of England in 1016 – a far tougher and more brutal campaign than the Norman Conquest exactly half a century later – saw two great warriors, the Danish prince Cnut and his equally ruthless English opponent King Edmund Ironside, fight an epic campaign. Cnut sailed in two hundred longboats, landing first in September 1015 on the Wessex coast with 10,000 soldiers. The two forces fought each other to the point of exhaustion for the next fourteen months. It was a war of terrifying violence that scarred much of England, from the Humber to Cornwall. It saw an epic siege of the great walls of London and bruising set-piece battles at Penselwood, Otford, and the conclusive Danish victory at Assandun on 18 October 1016.Edmund’s death soon afterwards finally resolved a brutal, bloody conf lict and ended with Cnut becoming the undisputed king of England. This book tells the extraordinary story of Cnut the Great’s life. Cnut was far removed from the archetypal pagan Viking, being a staunch protector of the Christian Church and a man who would also become Emperor of the North as king of Denmark and Norway. His wife, Emma of Normandy, was a remarkable woman who would outlive the two kings of England that she married. Their son Harthacnut would be the second and last Danish king of England, but the greatness of his dynasty did not long survive his death. This saga also features the incompetent Æthelred the Unready, the ferocious Sweyn Forkbeard and the treacherous Eadric Streona, recreating one of the great stories of Dark Age England.

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The Condition of the Working Class in England - Friedrich Engels

The Condition of the Working Class in England is the best known work of Engels, and still in many ways the best study of the working class in Victorian England. It was the first book written by Engels during his stay in Manchester from 1842 to 1844. Manchester was then at the very heart of the Industrial Revolution, and Engels compiled his study from his own observations and detailed contemporary reports. The fluency of his writing, the personal nature of his insights, and his talent for mordant satire combine to make this account of the lives of the victims of early industrial change into a classic - a historical study that parallels and complements the fictional works of the time by such writers as Gaskell and Dickens. What Cobbett had done for agricultural poverty in his Rural Rides, Engels did - and more - in this work on the plight of industrial workers in England in the 1840s. This edition includes the prefaces to the English and American editions, and a map of Manchester c.1845.

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The Kings & Queens of Anglo-Saxon England - Timothy Venning

The Anglo-Saxon era is one of the most important in English history, covering the period from the end of Roman authority in the British Isles to the Norman Conquest of 1066 in which the very idea of England was born. In The Kings& Queens of Anglo-Saxon England, Venning examines the rulers of Anglo-Saxon England, beginning with the legendary leaders of the Anglo-Saxon invasion as Hengest and Horsa or Cerdic and Cynric and moving on through such figures as Aethelbert of Kent, the first king to be converted to Christianity and his daughter Aethelburh, whose marriage began the conversion of Northumbria, to Alfred of Wessex and his dynasty, the Viking invasions, and the last of the Anglo-Saxon kings, Harold Godwineson.

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The Many Days - Norman MacCaig

First published in 2010 to mark the centenary of Norman MacCaig’s birth, The Many Days aims to strike a balance between representing the much-loved poems that any reader would expect to find in a selected MacCaig, and other less familiar verses. The collection is arranged to show the range of the poet’s work in all its variety, from his love of nature and the landscape of the North West Highlands to his life in Edinburgh; from his care for animals and human friendship, to his moments of joy and grief, creative delight and occasional creative dread. Time and again MacCaig returns us to that good place we know as the world, but hardly ever seen so clearly as we do in these marvellous poems.Â

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The Last Palace - Norman Eisen

When Norman Eisen moved into the US ambassador''s residence in Prague, returning to the land his mother had fled after the Holocaust, he was startled to discover swastikas hidden beneath the furniture. From that discovery unspooled the captivating, twisting tale of the remarkable people who lived in the house before Eisen. Their story is Europe''s, telling the dramatic and surprisingly cyclical tale of the endurance of liberal democracy: the optimistic Jewish financial baron who built the palace; the conflicted Nazi general who put his life at risk for the house during World War II; the first postwar US ambassador struggling to save both the palace and Prague from communist hands; the child star- turned-diplomat who fought to end totalitarianism; and Eisen''s own mother, whose life demonstrates how those without power and privilege moved through history.The Last Palace chronicles the upheavals that have transformed the continent over the past century and reveals how we never live far from the past.

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Oxford AQA History for A Level: Religious Conflict and the Church in England c1529-c1570 - Rebecca Carpenter

Approved by AQA and tailored to the latest specification, Religious Conflict and the Church in England C.1529-C.1570 helps students understand a period of major change in the English Church and government, and the issues which led England to break with Rome.It explores:- humanism- Protestantism - the relationship between Church and stateEvents and developments are covered with precision.Focus on skills building and exam practiceKey features are:- Source-Based Learning. Includes a wide range of sources and extracts to develop vital skills in historical interpretation and source analysis- Exam Practice. Features exam-style questions and study tips to help students prepare and performPerfect for any student studying AQA AS or A Level History, this book helps students achieve success in Religious Conflict and the Church in England C.1529-C.1570.

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Skull Cat (Book One): Skull Cat and the Curious Castle - Norman Shurtliff

It’s Scully the Cat’s first day as the new garden-keeper at a spooky castle… but when everyone goes missing, is he brave enough to become a hero? Draw your sword and let''s find out!Even though the castle is an eerie place, full of dark secrets, Scully is excited to start his new job and prove himself to be a great gardener. But wait a minute… what happened to all his co-workers? Were they devoured by bloodthirsty vampires? Spooked by a love-struck ghost? Pranked by a comic-reading goblin? Enchanted by a sleepy sorcerer? Will Scully have to become the hero and uncover the truth behind Le Dark Chateau? He never signed up for this!!Middle-grade readers who love fantasy and spooky adventure will treasure Norman Shurtliff''s debut graphic novel like a magical gem.

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The Girl Behind the Gates - Brenda Davies

***TOP TEN BESTSELLER***''Compelling. Poignant. Haunting. Heart wrenching. Just beautiful. Everyone needs to read this wonderful book.'' - Renita D''Silva, bestselling author of The Forgotten Daughter1939. Seventeen-year-old Nora Jennings has spent her life secure in the certainty of a bright, happy future - until one night of passion has more catastrophic consequences than she ever could have anticipated. Labelled a moral defective and sectioned under the Mental Deficiency Act, she is forced to endure years of unspeakable cruelty at the hands of those who are supposed to care for her.1981. When psychiatrist Janet Humphreys comes across Nora, heavily institutionalised and still living in the hospital more than forty years after her incarceration, she knows that she must be the one to help Nora rediscover what it is to live. But as she works to help Nora overcome her past, Janet realises she must finally face her own.Based on a true story, The Girl Behind the Gates is perfect for fans of The Girl in the Letter and Philomena.Further praise for THE GIRL BEHIND THE GATES:''The Girl behind the Gates absorbed me from the start. A haunting, heart-wrenching but ultimately heart-warming novel.'' - Gill Thompson, bestselling author of The Oceans Between Us''The Girl Behind the Gates is a powerful, emotional novel. I was moved to tears by the ending and will certainly not hesitate to recommend it.'' - Jill Childs, bestselling author of Gracie''s Secret''A powerful story of trust, compassion, healing - and the transforming power of love, that can give new life to a broken spirit.'' - Sharon Maas, bestselling author of The Violin Maker''s Daughter Readers LOVE The Girl Behind the Gates!''The best book of the year. I read 125 books a year and this is the best I have read'' - 5 STARS''I can''t stop crying having just finished the book. It''s an incredible piece of literary genius'' - 5 STARS''A story that needs to be told'' - 5 STARS''An inspirational and very moving story'' - 5 STARS''Just brilliant. I wholeheartedly recommend this book'' - 5 STARS''I hardly ever write a review but if you read one book this year this is it'' - 5 STARS''A very moving and heartbreaking story'' - 5 STARS''I would have given this book 10 STARS if I could'' - 5 STARS''This book is beautifully written and captivating in every way'' - 5 STARS

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Behind the Seams - Dolly Parton

''I hope that as you gaze upon my life in clothing, it will inspire you to develop, and celebrate, your own sense of style. I value my freedom to look like and be my own true self more than anything else, and I hope this book will also give you the confidence to look like and be the person you want to be. Whoever you are, be that! And enjoy your journey behind the seams'' - DollyA beautifully illustrated celebration of Dolly Parton''s iconic sense of style through entertaining personal stories and 450 full-color photographs, including exclusive images from her private costume archive.In Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones, global superstar Dolly Parton shares, for the first time, the full story behind her lifelong passion for fashion, including how she developed her own, distinctly Dolly style, which has defied convention and endeared her to fans around the world.Featuring behind-the-scenes stories from Dolly Parton''s life and career, and the largest reveal of her private costume archive, this gorgeously photographed book spotlights her most unforgettable looks from the 1960s to now. The sky-high heels, famous wigs, bold makeup, eye-catching stage clothes - she shares them all. Along the way, Parton discusses memorable outfits from her past, from the clothes her mother would sew out of feed sacks (including her "Coat of Many Colors") and the bold dresses and hairdos that shook up Nashville, to the bunny suit on the cover of Playboy, evening wear at Studio 54, costumes from her most famous film and TV roles, and the daring styles that continue to entertain and inspire today.Filled with candor, humor, and lots and lots of rhinestones, Behind the Seams: My Life in Rhinestones is a shining tribute to one of the most beloved musicians in history, a treasured keepsake for anyone who loves Dolly Parton, and an indispensable guide to forging your own path to beauty and confidence.

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The Black Death in England - Kathryn Warner

We have all heard of the Black Death and how it scythed its way through England and the rest of Europe in the late 1340s, and we hear that a third or perhaps even half of the entire English population died in this terrible pandemic. However the numbers are so vast that the victims become little more than statistics. They blur into a kind of unreality, a mute testimony to a catastrophe beyond imagination or comprehension. The Black Death in England aims to rectify this by giving names to some of the people who died in the fourteenth-century epidemics of the Plague Years and recognises those who lived through it, recreating something of their lives and what they went through.

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Behind the Scenes at the Museum

Take an exclusive tour of the world's most exciting museums and discover their hidden treasures.This behind-the-scenes guide showcases a huge range of incredible artefacts from history and reveals the hard work, care, and effort that goes into collecting, preserving, and storing them. Ever wondered what happens to an astronaut's space suit after it's been worn on the Moon? Or how the world's most valuable diamond is looked after? Find out all about how museums work and the people that make it happen - from how historians care for Anne Frank's diary to what it takes to excavate and exhibit a wooly mammoth skeleton. Behind the Scenes at the Museum gives you exclusive access to hidden objects that aren't normally on public display. It lets you into a world of animal specimens pickled in jars, priceless jewellery too valuable to be on display, and fragile papers that must be kept in carefully controlled conditions. Filled with incredible images, step-by-step explanations of exciting techniques, and job profiles of the people that make it happen, Behind the Scenes at the Museum offers unique, behind-the-curtain access to the secret delights of the world's most interesting museums.

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Reveal: Robbie Williams - As close as you can get to the man behind the Better Man film - Heath Chris

*THE INCREDIBLE STORY BEHIND THE BETTER MAN FILM*'It's much more interesting to be a little bit broken and talk about your vulnerabilities.'An intimate, funny and frank account of the moments behind the music, the truth behind the headlines and the fascinatingly complicated man behind the imperious entertainer, Robbie Williams. Bestselling author Chris Heath has been working closely with Robbie for many years to create a personal and raw account of fame, fortune, family and music. This vivid and detailed portrait shows the real highs and lows of Robbie's life as he found his way forward, one that is unprecedented in its intimacy and honesty. Long-awaited by millions, Reveal is the uncensored and compelling portrait of Robbie as you've never seen him before.

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Cleopatra: The Woman Behind the Stories - Stewart Alexandra

Discover the true story behind the legendary pharaoh in this captivating look into the life of Cleopatra. Although her name and story might be familiar, much of what we know about Cleopatra is shrouded in mystery. Her life was one of politics, murder, war, marriage and passion – but it was also one of pride, bravery, love and strength.Cleopatra may have lived as a goddess, but, beneath her magnificent exterior, she was just a woman who fought tirelessly for what she felt was rightfully hers. With dynamic illustrations and a gripping, expertly researched and fact-checked text, this is the story of the woman behind the stories. Prepare to be lost in a world of kings and queens, power and strategy, love and war.Meet one of the most misunderstood women in history, demystify the propaganda spread by the men who feared her and find the truth behind it all, the truth of a powerful queen.

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Kaiju No. 8, Vol. 7 - Naoya Matsumoto

Kafka wants to clean up kaiju, but not literally! Will a sudden metamorphosis stand in the way of his dream?With the highest kaiju-emergence rates in the world, Japan is no stranger to attack by deadly monsters. Enter the Japan Defense Force, a military organization tasked with the neutralization of kaiju. Kafka Hibino, a kaiju-corpse cleanup man, has always dreamed of joining the force.But when he gets another shot at achieving his childhood dream, he undergoes an unexpected transformation. How can he fight kaiju now that he's become one himself?!Kaiju No. 9 shows up to steal the power of Kaiju No.2, wielded by Isao Shinomiya, director general of the Defense Force. At the end of the deadly battle, Isao manages to get No. 9 on the ropes, but he ends up exhausting all his strength, allowing the kaiju to steal No.2's power. With Isao defeated, No. 9 fuses with the director general and takes on Kafka, Kikoru, and Narumi! Will they be able to defeat No.9 and save their fearless leader?!

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Behind the Bar: Tequila - Alia Akkam

Behind the Bar: Tequila transports you to 50 bars around the world, and shares their tequila-based cocktail recipes for you to try at home. Behind the Bar: Tequila contains tequila-based cocktails recipes from a collection of iconic, as well as new and exciting, bars around the world. Think along the lines of a Smoky Margarita from Barro Negro in Athens, or a Paloma Margarita from Sabine Sabe in Oaxaca, or even The Gimlet El Maiz from El Primo Sánchez in Sydney. The recipes range from simple to more laborious, but all can be made by curious home bartenders. Along with the recipes, you will uncover the history and modern-day scene of tequila. Written in an accessible manner, Behind the Bar: Tequila will appeal to cocktail lovers and history enthusiasts, as well as armchair travellers looking to explore the bars from the comfort of their homes.

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Cartier: The Story Behind the Style - Rachael Taylor

A beautifully illustrated, handbag-sized visual history of one of the world''s most iconic brands. From the brand''s inception in Paris in 1847, Cartier has been the go-to jeweler for the world''s most stylish set. Filled with photographs and information from the company''s 175 years, this book takes readers behind the scenes to discover the story of how Cartier became synonymous with luxury. Chart the rise of the famous jeweler and watchmaker from humble beginnings in 19th-century Paris to the slick empire it is today. Discover how the ambitious Cartier family broke fresh ground in design, enchanted maharajas and presidents, struck up strategic creative partnerships, and became a household name with iconic designs such as the Panthère, Tank and Love bracelet. Cartier: The Story Behind the Style is the perfect book for any fashion or jewelry lover. Also available, Tiffany & Co.: The Story Behind the Style

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Behind the Lens: My Life - David Suchet

In the early days of my career, I didn't think I stood a hope in hell. Look at me: I'm short, stocky, slightly overweight, deep of voice, passionate, dark haired, olive skinned, hardly your typical Englishman. What chance did I have, going into the world of British theatre?David Suchet has been a stalwart of British stage and screen for fifty years. From Shakespeare to Oscar Wilde, Freud to Poirot, Edward Teller to Doctor Who, Harold Pinter to Terence Rattigan, Questions of Faith to Decline and Fall, right up to 2019's The Price, David has done it all. Throughout this spectacular career, David has never been without a camera, enabling him to vividly document his life in photographs. Seamlessly combining photo and memoir, Behind the Lens is the story of David's remarkable life, showcasing his wonderfully evocative photographs and accompanied by his insightful and engaging commentary.In Behind the Lens, David discusses his London upbringing and love of the city, his Jewish roots and how they have influenced his career, the importance of his faith, how he really feels about fame, his love of photography and music, and his processes as an actor. He looks back on his fifty-year career, including reflections on how the industry has changed, his personal highs and lows, and how he wants to be remembered. And, of course, life after Poirot and why he's still grieving for the eccentric Belgian detective.An autobiography with a difference, this is David Suchet as you've never seen him before - from behind the lens.'The book offers more insight into the mind and philosophy of this remarkable man than a more conventional biographical approach could have achieved' Country Life

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The Times Lives Behind the Music

A must-read collection for all music fans.Delve into the tumultuous world of music stardom with this collection of obituaries from The Times.From the rock’n’roll pioneers of the 1950s to the pop superstars of the 21st century – as well as lesser-known, boundary-pushing innovators with undeniable influence, this collection features music greats such as:Chuck Berry, founding father of rock’n’roll who lit the flame of teenage rebellion in 1950s America and was himself never far from troubleChristine McVie, reserved, intelligent singer and songwriter for Fleetwood Mac, whose album Rumours was one of the biggest-selling of all timeJimi Hendrix, American singer and songwriter who expanded the range and vocabulary of the electric guitar into areas no musician had ever ventured beforeAmy Winehouse, singer and songwriter with an astonishing voice and talent, her career was tarnished by drugs, alcohol and scandalFreddie Mercury, flamboyant singer and songwriter who achieved worldwide fame as the lead vocalist and pianist for the rock band QueenElvis Presley, singer known as “The King” and remembered as one of the earliest and greatest exponents of rock’n’ roll musicNina Simone, tempestuous soul singer, who enjoyed a 50-year career, but left America because of racismDavid Bowie, rock superstar who had a profound impact on popular music and culture during 50 years of continuous artistic innovationDusty Springfield, shy, soulful, smoky-voiced singer whose songs and beehive hair became enduring symbols of Swinging LondonShane MacGowan, hard-drinking frontman of Celtic punk band the Pogues who was hailed for his raw talent and masterful songwritingEra-defining obituaries are illustrated with behind-the-scenes photos from The Times archive, revealing the lives behind the music that have left an indelible mark on our cultural landscape. Authoritative, insightful and endlessly engaging, this collection of music biographies is a must-read for music fans and anyone with an interest in fascinating life stories.

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Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Anglo-Saxon & Norman England Revision Guide & Workbook incl. online revision and quizzes - for 2026, 2027 exams -

Study independently. Retain key knowledge. Practise for exams. Welcome to the revision series for Pearson Edexcel GCSE (9–1) History from Pearson, written in collaboration with subject experts, examiners, teachers and learners. We’ve combined the latest online revision and exam support tools with our combined Revision Guide and Workbooks to provide the best revision all in one place. Study independently using straightforward, focused materials that make the most of your revision time. Retain key knowledge easily with the one-topic-per-page layout breaking down complicated concepts into memorable, bite-sized chunks, helping you to avoid information overload. Practise recall with quizzes and the online flashcard creator – linked to topics in the online Revision Guide. Personalise your revision journey with an online planner, progress tracker and quizzes to identify the topics you need to focus on. Practise for exams and build confidence with loads of exam-style questions, worked examples and examiner hints and tips in the Workbook section. Support your wellbeing with manageable, structured revision and prompts for regular breaks in your online revision planner, with positive affirmations along the way. Get exam fit with our online revision kit! Use the code in this book to access the online revision toolkit including an online Revision Guide, linked to a revision planner, progress tracker, flashcard creator, auto-marked quizzes, and more. Tried and trusted by 1000’s of schools and students. With Pearson Revise, you’ll stay on track with our regularly updated revision materials and new online tools, developed in collaboration with subject and exam experts to perfectly match your exam specifications.

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Behind The Scenes At The Museum - Kate Atkinsonová

The unforgettable, award-winning debut novel and modern classic from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Life After Life and Shrines of Gaiety.''Delivers its jokes and its tragedies as efficiently as Dickens...outrageously funny...will dazzle readers for years to come'' - HILARY MANTEL, bestselling author of Wolf Hall Ruby Lennox was conceived grudgingly by Bunty and born while her father, George, was in the Dog and Hare in Doncaster telling a woman in an emerald dress and a D-cup that he wasn''t married.Bunty had never wanted to marry George, but here she was, stuck in a flat above the pet shop in an ancient street beneath York Minster, with her children - sensible and sardonic Patricia aged five, greedy cross-patch Gillian who refused to be ignored, and Ruby...In Behind the Scenes at the Museum, young Ruby tells the story of ‘The Family’, from the end of the nineteenth century when a travelling French photographer catches frail beautiful Alice and her children, to the startling, witty, and memorable events of Ruby''s own life.Praise for Behind the Scenes at the Museum, winner of the Whitbread Book of the Year:''An astounding book...without doubt one of the finest novels I have read for years'' The Times''Little short of a masterpiece...Fizzing with wit and energy, Kate Atkinson''s hilarious novel made me laugh and cry'' Daily Mail‘A really gripping, emotionally satisfying family saga written with warmth and wit. I''ve re-read it countless times.’ Red‘A debut novel of astonishing confidence and skill...Acutely observant, overflowing with good jokes, it is the work of an author who loves her characters and sets them playing with gleeful energy’ Spectator‘Written so fluently and wittily that I sailed through it as though blown by an exhilarating wind… It lifted my spirits enormously. I loved it.’ Margaret Forster

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The Reign of Elizabeth: England 1558-1603 - Barbara Mervyn

Depend on SHP''s comprehensive and best-selling core texts to enrich your understanding of A Level History.SHP Advanced History Core Texts are the Schools History Project''s acclaimed books for A level History. They offer:- clear and penetrating narrative - comprehensively explaining the content required for examination success- thought provoking and relevant activities that explore the content and help students think analytically about the subject- thorough exam preparation through carefully designed tasks that address the distinctive requirements of A Level history including guidance in essay writing and source-based investigations.- a wide range of revision strategies including structured content summariesAdditional features include: - A focus route pathway for independent learners- Learning Trouble Spots - which address common misunderstandings- diagrammatic summaries of key areas of content and historical issues - accessible summaries of recent historical debates.- active learning approaches, including decision-making exercisesThe Reign of Elizabeth 1558-1603 This title investigates the achievements and failures of, Elizabeth''s governments and the changing nature of English society at this time. It explores the ongoing historiographical debate about the period. Major themes include:- How far was Elizabeth in control of her government?- How did religion affect England''s relations with foreign powers- Can Elizabeth''s reign be seen as a ''Golden Age?''

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Crime and Suffering (Behind the Scenes Book 1) - Staffan Nordstrand

Behind the Scenes:Crime and Sufferingis the first of a four-book, factbased-suspense novelseries which exposes the criminal exploitation of thepeople behind the facadeof many of the tourist paradises in Southeast Asia. The books describe howthe poor in Myanmar, Thailand and Laos do theirbest to survive, oftenby growing opium, smuggling weapons and selling theirdaughters to brothels,sometimes before they are even born. The plight of thesepeople is made more complicated because this criminalityis often sanctioned byofficial organisations in existence to protect them, notto take advantage ofthem. Crime and Suffering begins the series focusing on onepoor family from asmall village in Laosduring a time of increasing drama in the aftermath of theVietnam War: - Grandfather Songchaiand his efforts to smuggle a transport of hidden armsto buyers in west Africawith the help of old friends and family members. - Lu, hisdaughter-in-law, helps two Americans, Will and Frank, who seek theremains of US soldierslost in the War which means fatal consequences. - Prim, Lu's daughter,and her antics with teenage friends Lek and Moa whoend up on a frighteningpath heading towards the bars of the sex trade. The characters' fatesare interweaved in a colourful and harsh narrative thatmoves toward itsresolution as relentlessly as the mighty Mekong River flowsforth. The series is inspiredby real people and based on real life stories.

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Pearson REVISE Edexcel GCSE History Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060-88 Practice Paper Plus - Rob Bircher

Designed to support your independent revision and exam practice, Pearson Revise Practice Papers Plus books revision resources are the smart choice for those revising for AQA and Pearson Edexcel GCSEs. Helps you to prepare for the exam by familiarising yourself with the approach of the papers and the exam-style questions Includes full sets of practice papers Write straight into the book just as you would in an exam Perfect your responses with targeted hints, guidance and support for every question, including fully worked solutions Scan the QR codes in the book to see videos of worked solutions online! Part of a comprehensive range of revision and exam practice support available for AQA and Pearson Edexcel GCSEs from Pearson Revise including: Revision Guides, Revision Workbooks, Revision Cards, Practice Papers Plus and Pearson Revise Online.

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Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060–1088 Student Book - Rob Bircher

Exam Board: Edexcel Level: GCSE Subject: History First teaching: September 2016 First exams: Summer 2018 Series Editor:Angela Leonard This Student Book: covers the essential content in the new specification in an engaging way, using detailed narrative, sources, timelines, key words, helpful activities and extension material uses the ''Thinking Historically'' approach and activities to help develop conceptual understanding of areas such as evidence, interpretations, causation and change, through targeted activities has ''Writing Historically'' features that focus on the writing skills most important to historical success. This literacy support uses the proven Grammar for Writing approach used in many English departments includes lots of exam guidance, with practice questions, sources, sample answers and tips to support preparation for GCSE assessments. * These resources have not yet been endorsed. This information is correct as of 31st July 2015, but may be subject to change. You do not have to purchase any resources to deliver our qualification.

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Edexcel GCSE (9-1) History Foundation Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, c1060–88 Student book - Rob Bircher

We’ve worked with teachers to develop versions of our core textbooks that feature reduced content and language level, providing greater support and enabling students of all abilities to progress. Now available for the seven most popular options, these foundation versions help make the GCSE content more accessible and are designed to be easy-to-use alongside the core textbooks. How have we made them more accessible? We’ve reduced the level of the language to remove difficult words or phrases when possible. All the titles have been reviewed for reading age by a language expert. Easy-to-use alongside the core GCSE textbooks with content covered on each page spread matched so you can use both versions together in a mixed ability classroom. More of the difficult words that students need to know are explained in key terms boxes, with definitions repeated through the books to reinforce learning. We''ve made our explanations more accessible for students targeting a grade 5 or below. Where possible, we’ve replaced paragraphs of text with easy-to-understand flow diagrams, mind maps or charts so there is significantly less text on the pages for students to tackle. The level of demand in the activities has been reduced and some of the harder ones removed. Exam tips have been re-focused to offer advice so that students of all abilities can secure as many marks as possible. The ‘Preparing for your exam’ chapters have been thoroughly rewritten with answers and commentary for students working towards a grade 5. New artworks have been added to make explanations more visual.

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