d day the unheard tapes geraint jones

The No. 1 Sunday Times Bestseller''Vital testimony for those who wish to understand the stark reality of running up a beach with the Wehrmacht trying to kill you'' – The TelegraphBased on over 150 audio interviews with those who fought, this is a moving and powerful oral history that marks the 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings and battle for Normandy. Published alongside a groundbreaking BBC2 documentary series D-Day: The Unheard Tapes.D-Day was a critical turning point in the Second World War, but for the tens of thousands of young men who took part it was bloody, chaotic and terrifying. For those who survived the beaches, months of bitter fighting lay ahead, often against some of Germany''s most elite divisions.Drawing primarily on the extraordinary archives of the Imperial War Museums and National World War II Museum, this immersive book describes what it was actually like to take part in the landings on 6 June 1944 and the weeks of ferocious fighting in Normandy that followed. British, American, Canadian and German veterans, as well as French civilians, speak of experiences they could never forget.Here is the forward observer hiding alone on Omaha beach, thinking of his wife as he waits for the invasion to begin. The commando racing to the besieged airborne forces at Pegasus Bridge. The Typhoon pilot about to be executed by the SS when he is saved by a Luftwaffe officer. The teenage GI surrounded and under fire for six days. The German soldier haunted by the memory of abandoning his dying friend. Their words reach across the decades as they share their experiences with us.In D-Day The Unheard Tapes Geraint Jones, author of Brothers in Arms and a former infantry soldier, has skilfully brought the battle for Normandy to life in a vivid narrative that allows the voices of those who fought to shine through, authentic and unforgettable.

Objev podobné jako D-Day: The Unheard Tapes - Geraint Jones

When Frank''s hiccups just won''t STOP, they get him into all kinds of trouble in this madcap caper from comedy genius and bestselling author Jo Simmons.Frank has a big day ahead of him, with a trip to the dentist, a trumpet exam, a swimming contest and, most important of all, he has tickets to see his knitting hero on stage right here in his hometown! But all that is put at risk when Frank wakes up with the hiccups. And they just won’t STOP! Helped by his new friend Daisy, Frank tries ever more madcap ideas to get the hiccups to go away. But will the whole day end in disappointment and humiliation, or will Frank manage to turn calamity into a dramatic triumph?Particularly suitable for readers aged 9+ with a reading age of 8.

Objev podobné jako The Day the Hiccups Took Over - Jo Simmons

''Enthralling and enlightening . . . A wonderful look into the personal experiences, that heart and soul, of the fighting soldier towards the end of the Second World War'' John Nichol, Sunday Times bestselling author of The Unknown WarriorFrom the bestselling author of D-Day: The Unheard Tapes comes a revealing new history of the final bloody battles against Nazi Germany. Published for the 80th anniversary of VE Day and based on audio interviews with those who fought their way to victory, this is a compelling and immersive account of a crucial period in the Second World War.February, 1945. Eight months have passed since the D-Day landings, when the Allies gained their foothold in North-West Europe. Since then the British Army has fought near continuously against the German military. Now, they stand ready for their final test: the battle for the German homeland.Drawing on the sound archive of the Imperial War Museums and other personal acounts, military historian Geraint Jones brings this this often-overlooked period of the war vividly to life in the words of British soldiers who were there, from war-weary men who have survived many months of combat to new recruits facing Hitler''s fanatics for the first time.In Voices of Victory we join the soldiers battling to break through the Siegfried Line and clear the Reichswald forest, where fighting was from one tree to the next. At the crossing of the Rhine we go into action with the commandos, and jump behind enemy lines with the Paras. We are taken into the horror of Belsen when the concentration camp is liberated, hear from the witnesses of the forgotten battles of April, and end the war deep in Germany, with victory in Europe.

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CITYBOY is Geraint Anderson''s bestselling exposé of life in the City of London.In this no-holds-barred, warts-and-all account of life in London''s financial heartland, Cityboy breaks the Square Mile''s code of silence, revealing tricks of the trade and the corrupt, murky underbelly at the heart of life in the City. Drawing on his experience as a young analyst in a major investment bank, the six-figure bonuses, monstrous egos, and the everyday culture of verbal and substance abuse that fuels the world''s money markets are brutally exposed as Cityboy describes his ascent up the hierarchy of this intensely competitive and morally dubious industry, and how it almost cost him his sanity.

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‘He did kill. Kill and kill and kill.’ Tess’s number one priority has always been her three-year-old daughter Poppy. But splitting up with Poppy’s father Jason means that she cannot always be there to keep her daughter safe. When she finds a disturbing drawing, dark and menacing, among her daughter’s brightly coloured paintings, Tess is convinced that Poppy has witnessed something terrible. Something that her young mind is struggling to put into words. But no one will listen. It’s only a child’s drawing, isn’t it? Tess will protect Poppy, whatever the price. But when she doesn’t know what, or who, she is protecting her from, how can she possibly know who to trust . . . ? ‘An intense, brilliantly crafted thriller that hums with menace from start to finish' TM Logan, author of Trust Me and The Holiday ‘What an intriguing, compelling page-turner. I ate it up in two days’ Liz Nugent, author of Our Little Cruelties 'I love Nicci French’s books, and with The Unheard they are right at the top of their game. Few crime writers can match their psychological acuity, of their ability to lead a reader through dizzying plot twists without ever losing pace. It’s an absolute masterclass of crime writing' Kate Rhodes, author of the Locked-Island Mystery series Praise for Nicci French: 'Confirms Nicci French as the giant of the genre' Erin Kelly ‘Part ingenious locked-room mystery. Part you’ve-got-the-wrong-person nightmare drama. Part intricate memory game. Yet all seamlessly woven together. French’s best book yet’ A J Finn ‘Expertly paced, psychologically sharp, thoroughly enjoyable' Louise Candlish ‘Meticulously plotted, psychologically astute’ Sarah Vaughan ‘Great writing, razor-sharp plotting, and powerful characterisation. I was 100 pages in before I even drew breath, and I defy anyone to see the ending coming’ Cara Hunter ‘It’s Nicci French perfection – which, as we all know, is the best kind of perfection. So, so gripping and brilliantly clued' Sophie Hannah ‘A novel that blissfully plays with two genres: on the one hand an against-the-odds legal thriller à la John Grisham… and on the other a Miss Marple whodunnit’ Sunday Times ‘Nicci French husband-and-wife writing team responsible for some of the UK’s best psychological thrillers have created a gem of a protagonist in Tabitha’ Observer ‘First-class’ Independent ‘Gripping’ Literary Review ‘Gritty and moving – the husband-and-wife team have scored another hit’ Best ‘A twisty and shocking read’ Bella ‘Engrossing’ Good Housekeeping

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From the bestselling author of D-Day: The Unheard Tapes comes a revealing new history of the final bloody battles against Nazi Germany. Published for the 80th anniversary of VE Day and based on over 150 audio interviews with those who fought their way to victory, this is a compelling and immersive account of a crucial period in the Second World War.February, 1945. Eight months have passed since the D-Day landings, when the Allies gained their foothold in North-West Europe. Since then the British Army has fought near continuously against the German military. Now, they stand ready for their greatest test: the battle for the German homeland.Drawing on the sound archive of the Imperial War Museums, this often-overlooked period of the war is brought vividly to life in the words of British soldiers who were there, from war-weary men who have survived many months of combat to new recruits facing Hitler''s fanatic Panzer divisions for the first time. German soldiers and civilians add their own perspective on events.In Voices of Victory we experience the fierce fighting in the forests of the Reichswald and through the streets of the industrial Ruhr Valley. The book describes the amphibious crossing of the Rhine (the most successful Allied airborne operation of the war), the liberation of prisoners from the concentration camps and the final surrender of Germany, whose war has cost half a million British lives.

Objev podobné jako Voices of Victory - Geraint Jones

Why was the math book unhappy? Because it had too many problems!More than 750 knee-slapping dad jokes the whole family can enjoy together!You don''t have to be a dad to love and tell dad jokes. They''re for everybody (except skeletons who don''t have the guts to tell dad jokes). So, gather ''round, crack open this book, and start chuckling! The Big Book of Silly Dad Jokes boasts hundreds and hundreds of hilarious, pun-tastic, and supremely silly jokes and riddles that kids and adults of all ages can read and share for hours of fun. Bring it to the dinner table, take it on a road trip, or give it as a gift, and make sure the whole room is laughing. Kids will even find tips and tricks for how to write their own dad jokes!Fun for everyone—These wholesome, simple jokes are good, clean fun for kids, teens, parents, grandpa, grandma, and anyone who loves to laugh.Jokes for days—The fun and laughter goes on and on with the massive number of jokes in this joke book! Tell a few, pass it on, or read ahead so you can have your next dad joke at the ready.Amazingly giftable—This fun and silly book makes the perfect present for Father''s Day, birthdays, Christmas stocking stuffers, and more!Get set to tickle your funny bone with The Big Book of Silly Dad Jokes!

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Marking the 250th anniversary of Janes Austen's birth - a collection of quotes, quips and most-loved passages from her works and letters for every day of the year.Jane Austen for Every Day of the Year is a charming collection of 366 quotes and short passages drawn from Jane Austen's novels, with excerpts from her intimate, witty letters scattered throughout. This book is perfect for reading or sharing and brings you passages from Jane Austen's best-loved classics alongside the lesser-known works. Packed full of witty remarks and wry observations, this is the perfect companion to inspire laughter and spark delightful conversation - a gift to treasure all year long. Some of the most-loved quoted lines include: 'It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife.' Pride and Prejudice 'There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.' Emma 'Know your own happiness. You want nothing but patience - or give it a more fascinating name, call it hope.' Sense and Sensibility Jane Austen, celebrated for her keen observations of social manners and romantic entanglements, is best known for classics such as Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and Emma. 2025 marks the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth, and this celebratory collection - with beautiful vintage line illustrations - is the perfect gift for every Austen fan.

Objev podobné jako Jane Austen for Every Day of the Year - Tara Richardson

''A deliciously darkly funny thriller of the very best kind'' - Fiona Cummins, author of When I Was Ten----------Life as a missing person is absolute murder...When artist Eloise Ford hears that human remains found in an abandoned mine are believed to be those of long-missing teenager Elizabeth King, the shock sends her reeling.It can''t be true. Eloise knows this for a fact because... she is Elizabeth King.Now, her carefully curated life in Cornwall is falling apart. Her husband is acting strangely, her children aren''t speaking to her and she can''t sell a painting for love nor money. But much more worrying are the signs that someone knows exactly who she is... and why she had to vanish thirty years ago.Eloise needs answers. Is her son''s ex-girlfriend just plain annoying... or does she know something? Will the detection skills of the online ''Truth Seekers'' group prove more than amateurish? What''s the real story behind those village newcomers?And just how far would she go to keep her family, her friends, and her fraudulent life, safe?----------Readers love Jo Jakeman!''I couldn''t put this down - such a clever, witty mystery, with great twists and a brilliant cast of characters who aren''t always what they seem... I loved it!'' - Nicci Cloke, author of Her Many Faces''I raced through this intriguing, twisty and darkly funny thriller!'' - Roz Watkins, author of The Red House''What a cracking read! I had an absolute blast reading it 😊'' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Humour and secrets aplenty... a fantastic read!'' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Jo Jakeman''s new books are always a cause of jubilation. I raced through this book on Christmas Day. The story was gripping... When you writing the next one, Jo?'' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Couldn''t put it down! Looking forward to seeing what Jo writes next!" - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Loved this; a fun and twisty mystery!'' - Laura Marshall, author of Friend Request''Jo Jakeman is something of a canny secret for those readers in the know. Join the club. Buy this book... join me in the queue for the next one.'' - Amazon reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Packed with explosive twists, this captivating murder mystery will keep you reading late into the night'' - Womans Own''A superb mystery with perfectly drawn characters and plenty of twists and turns'' - Katy Watson, author of The Three Dahlias''Absolutely loved this witty, wicked and cleverly plotted story, with its sharply-drawn characters and skewering of privilege and class.... a classic murder mystery - and one that will keep you guessing to the very end'' - Caz Frear, author of Sweet Little Lies----------Perfect for fans of Liane Moriarty, Lisa Jewell and Kristen Perrin, this clever, darkly comic thriller will keep you glued to the pages!

Objev podobné jako The Vanishing Act - Jo Jakeman

''Wildly imaginative, brilliantly written and perfectly illustrated. This is a joy to read.'' – David WalliamsSuperstar, author and illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals. This second title in the hilarious adventure series for boys and girls aged 8 to 12 fizzes with magic, danger, friendship and art. It is fully illustrated throughout by Rob, the creative genius behind #DrawWithRob.''Another absolute smasher from Rob Biddulph! Gorgeously illustrated and a joyfully escapist adventure.'' – Louie Stowell, author of Loki: A Bad God''s Guide to Being GoodSome legends are born, some are drawn . . .Famous works of art are disappearing from all over the world. One moment they are there, the next, they have crumbled to dust. Peanut Jones, artist and adventurer, and her friends suspect it might have something to do with the magical world of Chroma and the wicked Mr White''s plot to wipe out colour, art and creativity. It''s time to head back to the Illustrated City and help the resistance fight back. . .*Winner of The Week Junior''s Cover of the Year Award*Praise for the first title in the series Peanut Jones and the Illustrated City:''Peanut Jones is AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is packed with twists and turns, and Rob’s illustrations are full of wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next!'' – Nadia Shireen''A wildly imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity'' – Anna James, author of the Pages & Co series''Look at this utter beauty . . . This book is EPIC'' – Laura Ellen Anderson, author of the Amelia Fang series

Objev podobné jako Peanut Jones and the Twelve Portals - Rob Biddulph

Knock-Knock is the world''s oldest joke and yet has never gotten old! (It just feels it.)Invented by William Shakespeare in 1606, (appearing in his famed tragedy, Macbeth; bet you never knew that) the humble Knock-Knock joke has made eyes roll, noses snort and mouths chuckle for centuries. Since the Bard''s drunken Beelzebub bit the long-suffering gag became a global ''punomenon'' (in 1936) before settling today as the world''s best kids (and Dads) joke format that encourages giggles and grimaces in equal measure... with endless punning potential.The latest kid on the block in Welbeck''s big-selling Small and Mighty gift series, compiled by (self-proclaimed) ''World''s funniest joke compiler'', Malcolm Croft, The Small and Mighty Book of Knock Knock Jokes is a tiny bundle of joy that includes all the classic and vintage Knock-Knock jokes, as well as all the modern, twenty-first century ones too. And because the jokes are all clean and family-friendly, you can share them with kids of all ages without worrying about anything inappropriate.If laughter is indeed the best medicine, we recommend you take two Small and Mighty Book of Knock Knock Jokes with a glass of water and have a lie down – you''ll find something to tickle your funny bone in no time, guaranteed!Knock-Knock! – Who''s there? – Boo – Boo who? – Don''t cry, it''s just a joke.The World Record for the most knock-knock jokes told in one minute is 24, told by Alex and Andrea Rose from Texas in 2015.

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This warm, utterly delightful new picture book from Richard Jones includes a fun count-along element, shout-along sound words and a jam-packed fold-out page. One day, a child meets a little bird and feeds it some breakfast. The next day, the little bird comes back with two pink-tailed mice, and the next day they are joined by four squirrels and then eight kind-eyed wolves and then sixteen elephants until eventually, one day, there are 255 animals to feed for breakfast! But who, wonders the child, will make breakfast for me?! Turn the pages - and count the creatures! - to find out... Also by Richard Jones:Perdu Little Bear Where Have You Been, Little Cat?By Tom Percival and Richard Jones:QuietBy Jim Helmore and Richard Jones:The Snow Lion Paper Planes

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"If animals could speak, the dog would be a blundering outspoken fellow; but the cat would have the rare grace of never saying a word too much." ― Mark TwainFrom Six Dinner Sid and T.S. Eliot''s rebellious Rum Tum Tugger to the infuriating Cheshire Cat of Wonderland and Behemoth the Cat, the demonic shapeshifter of Bulgakov''s The Master and Margarita, A Literary Cat for Every Day of the Year draws together quotes and passages from poems and stories in celebration of the most famous cats in literature.A must-have for all cat-lovers and book lovers, this inspirational collection - with beautiful vintage line illustrations - is the perfect gift for feline fans to treasure all year long.

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This is the story of D-Day, told through the voices of over 1,000 survivors.6 June, 1944. 156,000 troops from 12 different countries, 11,000 aircraft, 7,000 naval vessels, 24 hours. D-Day - the beginning of the Allied invasion of Hitler''s formidable ''Fortress Europe'' - was the largest amphibious invasion in history. There has never been a battle like it, before or since.But beyond the statistics and over sixty years on, what is it about the events of D-Day that remain so compelling? The courage of the men who fought and died on the beaches of France? The sheer boldness of the invasion plan? Or the fact that this, Rommel''s ''longest day'', heralded the beginning of the end of World War II?One of the defining battles of the war, D-Day is scored into the imagination as the moment when the darkness of the Third Reich began to be swept away. This story is told through the voices of over 1,000 survivors - from high-ranking Allied and German officers, to the paratroopers who landed in Normandy before dawn, the infantry who struggled ashore and the German troops who defended the coast. Cornelius Ryan captures the horror and the glory of D-Day, relating in emotive and compelling detail the years of inspired tactical planning that led up to the invasion, its epic implementation and every stroke of luck and individual act of heroism that would later define the battle.

Objev podobné jako The Longest Day - Ryan Cornelius

Perfect for fans of Grey's Anatomy, discover the bestselling series from Jo Bartlett… Welcome to The Cornish Country Hospital! Every book in the Cornish Country Hospital Series can be read as a standalone ? A new start…When Danni Carter moves to Cornwall from London, she hopes it will be the fresh start she so desperately needs. She’s nervous, but hopefully the change of scene will help her to finally forget her feelings for Lucas Newman, a man she can never be with, because he’s already engaged to Danni’s best friend, Esther. ?An impossible dilemma…But when Lucas and Esther decide to follow Danni to Cornwall, and both announce they will be working with her at the new St Piran’s hospital, Danni is thrown into turmoil again. She can’t lose Esther, but being near Lucas is getting harder to deal with. Will she have to give up her new life before it’s even started??A chance to start again?Throwing herself into work, Danni finds herself drawn to new patient, Connie Berrycloth, a woman Danni knows has dark secrets of her own. Secrets that are about to be revealed…. As the two women form a friendship, Danni begins to realise that letting go of her dreams might be the only way of holding on to the people she loves. A wonderful new series from Jo Bartlett, about strong friendship, selfless dedication and being brave in love. Perfect for fans of Jessica Redland, Holly Martin and Tilly Tennant. Praise for Jo Bartlett:'Stunning setting, wonderful characters, and oozing with warmth. A triumph from Jo Bartlett' Jessica Redland'Perfectly written and set in the beating heart of a community, this story is a wonderful slice of Cornish escapism' Helen J Rolfe'I was drawn in from the first word, I’ve laughed and cried, what a really lovely story' ?????????? Reader Review'I would highly recommend this book for a bit of fantastic escapism and love conquering all' ?????????? Reader Review'A heart-warming tale which I enjoyed reading very much' ?????????? Reader Review

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A listless aristocrat, Lord Jones, finds himself in London during the Blitz, attending to insurance matters. A zebra and her foal, having escaped from the London Zoo during a bombing, cross his path, and he decides to take them back to his estate in Pembrokeshire. Little loved by his fascist-sympathiser parents, something in Lord Jones softens, and he realises he is lost, just like these zebras. The arrival of the zebras sparks a new lease of life on the Pembrokeshire estate, and it is not only Lord Jones but the families his dynasty has displaced that benefit from the transformation. Full of heart and mischief, The Zebra and Lord Jones is a hopeful exploration of class, wealth and privilege, grief, colonialism, the landscape, the wars that men make, the families we find for ourselves, and why one lonely man stole a zebra in September 1940 – or perhaps why she stole him.

Objev podobné jako The Zebra and Lord Jones - Anna Vaught

AN INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!The “too-cool-for-school” third picture book from the #1 New York Times bestselling creators of The Bad Seed and The Good Egg, Jory John and Pete OswaldEveryone knows the cool beans. They’re sooooo cool.And then there’s the uncool has-bean . . .Always on the sidelines, one bean unsuccessfully tries everything he can to fit in with the crowd—until one day the cool beans show him how it’s done.With equal measures of humor, wit, and charm, the #1 New York Times bestselling duo Jory John and Pete Oswald craft another incredible picture book, reminding us that it’s cooler to be kind.Check out Jory John and Pete Oswald’s funny, bestselling books for kids 4-8 and anyone who wants a laugh:The Bad SeedThe Good EggThe Cool BeanThe Couch PotatoThe Good Egg Presents: The Great Eggscape!The Bad Seed Presents: The Good, the Bad, the Spooky!The Cool Bean Presents: As Cool as It GetsThat’s What Dinosaurs Do

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*AS HEARD ON THE OPRAH PODCAST*A TRANSFORMATIONAL PROGRAM TO HEAL YOUR PAST, REMAKE YOUR PRESENT, AND CREATE THE FUTURE YOU DESERVE.A consultant to billion-dollar companies and the brightest lights of Hollywood, Laura Day—in her bestselling, breakthrough book Practical Intuition—explained how anyone can train themselves to gain full access to the powers of their intuitive mind. Only Day’s closest friends, however, knew that behind the book’s phenomenal success was a dark family history—one that provided her with profound insights into human nature and an understanding of what it takes to achieve your dreams, no matter how challenging your past or present.Now, Day has combined those insights with her intuitive program to create a life-changing method of self-discovery and renewal. Developed over a decade with thousands of students and based on a unique approach that combines scientific principles, wisdom from ancient traditions, and her own remarkable intuitive gifts, The Prism reveals seven points in our development that can either hinder us or be harnessed to create healthy lives. Day teaches us how to resolve our vulnerabilities and replace them with potent new structures that will help us find joy, attract success, and materialize our goals.Every human is born to thrive, according to Day. The Prism is your guide to creating that future.

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Laugh out loud with this uproarious collection of the 1,0001 FUNNIEST jokes from the author of the #1 bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series. Perfect for car rides, rainy days, or anytime you just want to crack up! Q: What goes up and down but never moves? A: A flight of stairs. With 1,001 of the ALL-TIME BEST, FUNNIEST, and HILARIOUS jokes, puns, and zingers, youÂ’re sure to have the perfect joke for any moment to keep the whole family laughing. Perfect for young comedians, class clowns, and jokesters of all ages! Rob ElliottÂ’s bestselling Laugh-Out-Loud Jokes for Kids series has sold more than 5 million copies!

Objev podobné jako Laugh-Out-Loud: The 1,001 Funniest LOL Jokes of All Time - Rob Elliott

The most followed dad jokes page on Instagram, @DadSaysJokes, returns with another collection of hilariously cringe-inducing gags for you to share with friends and family.@DadSaysJokes is a community-run Instagram account with more than 1.8 million followers, inspired by the daily jokes of author Kit Chilvers'' dad, Andrew. Every day, followers submit their jokes and the team picks their favourites - or Dad just drops in his own zinger! Kit, a young social networking mastermind started his career at the tender age of 14, when he created his original platform, Football.Newz, to serve audiences for the World cup 2014. He has since added another nine platforms in different genres (of which @DadSaysJokes is one), with nine million followers and rising. This is his third book.Q: What do you call 52 pieces of bread?A: A deck of carbs

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In a wonderful celebration of Mother’s Day, the hilarious crayons from the #1 New York Times bestselling The Day The Crayons Quit love their mums – and the mother figures in their lives – so much, that they wrote a book about it!Red crayon loves his mum because she works extra hard, especially during the holidays. Yellow and Orange crayons love their grandma, who has a been like a mum to them. And White crayon loves his mum very much, even if he can’t always see her. In this inclusive celebration of all kinds of families, the crayons from The Day the Crayons Quit show how much they love celebrating their mums – and other family members – on Mother’s Day.

Objev podobné jako Happy Mother’s Day from the Crayons - Drew Daywalt

**THE NO.1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER** TWELEVE DARK GRIPPING TWISTS FROM THE KING OF SCANDI CRIME Meet a detective on the trail of a man suspected of murdering his twin; a hired assassin facing his greatest adversary; and two passengers meeting by chance on a plane, spelling romance or something far more sinister. In this thrilling new collection the master of crime delivers a gripping, edge-of-your seat read that you won''t be able to put down. **Shortlisted for the Crime Writers'' Association Dagger Awards 2022** *JO NESBO HAS SOLD OVER 50 MILLION BOOKS WORLDWIDE* PRAISE FOR JO NESBO: ''A storyteller with few equals'' Daily Express ''Deliciously dark'' Heat ''Nightmare-inducing and terrific'' The Times READERS LOVE JO NESBO: ***** ''Intriguing, mysterious, full of suspense'' Netgalley reader ***** ''To say I couldn''t put it down is an understatement...'' Netgalley reader ***** ''A great read with plenty of twists and surprises'' Netgalley read

Objev podobné jako The Jealousy Man - Jo Nesbø

Ever since he can remember, Dom Joly has been fascinated by travel to odd places. In part this stems from a childhood spent in war-torn Lebanon, where instead of swapping marbles in the schoolyard, he had a shrapnel collection -- the schoolboy currency of Beirut. Dom''s upbringing was interspersed with terrifying days and nights spent hunkered in the family basement under Syrian rocket attack or coming across a pile of severed heads from a sectarian execution in the pine forests near his home.These early experiences left Dom with a profound loathing for the sanitized experiences of the modern day travel industry and a taste for the darkest of places. In this brilliantly odd and hilariously told travel memoir, Dom Joly sets out on a quest to visit those destinations from which the average tourist would, and should, run a mile. The more insalubrious the place, the more interesting is the journey and so we follow Dom as he skis in Iran on segregated slopes, spends a weekend in Chernobyl, tours the assassination sites of America and becomes one of the few Westerners to be granted entry into North Korea. Eventually Dom journeys back to his roots in Beirut only to discover he was at school with Osama Bin Laden.Funny and frightening in equal measure, this is a uniquely bizarre and compelling travelogue from one of the most fearless and innovative comedians around.

Objev podobné jako The Dark Tourist - Dom Joly

The hilarious sequel to the prize-winning, international bestseller The Day the Crayons Quit!Watch out – the crayons are back and they’re crosser than ever!One day Duncan receives a set of postcards from his crayons who have been lost, forgotten, broken – even melted in a clothes dryer and stuck to a sock!A hilarious text and joyful illustrations combine to show that crayons have feelings too in this laugh-out-loud sequel to bestselling picture book The Day the Crayons Quit.

Objev podobné jako The Day the Crayons Came Home - Drew Daywalt

Lift the flaps to join in the fun at the seaside with Frog's Day Out. A summertime story in the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood preschool series by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo. The perfect book for little ones this summer! All aboard for an exciting day by the sea! Help Frog and his friends pack their sunhats, buckets and spades, then head to Acorn Wood station to board the special steam train to the beach.With sturdy flaps on every spread and rhyming stories that are a joy to read aloud, Frog's Day Out joins the bestselling Tales from Acorn Wood which have been delighting parents and children for over twenty years. Enjoy more lift-the-flap adventures from Acorn Wood: Cat's Cookbook, Badger's Band and Mole's Spectacles.

Objev podobné jako Frog's Day Out: A Lift-the-flap Story - Julia Donaldsonová

Meet Triangle and all the other shapes in this hilarious picture book about friendships, fun, and finding your place.No matter how hard she tries, Triangle doesn''t roll like the circles, or stack like the squares . . . so she sets off to find friends that look exactly like her. But when she finds the other triangles, playtime isn''t as fun. She misses the shapes that roll and stack; she misses having friends of all shapes and sizes!Can Triangle get all of the different shapes playing and having fun together?Written by Naomi Jones and illustrated by James Jones, The Perfect Fit is wonderful for sharing with little ones who are learning all about shapes, colours, and friendship! Children can have more fun with One More Try.

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''A literary giant'' TAYARI JONESA richly imaginative and moving new novel from the Pulitzer finalist and acclaimed author of CorregidoraA cook and tractor repairman, Buddy was known as Budweiser to his army pals because he''s a wise guy. But underneath that surface, he''s a man on a quest: looking for religion, looking for meaning, looking for love.Returning from the Second World War not to a hero''s welcome, but to the discrimination of the Jim Crow laws, Buddy stumbles across the Unicorn Woman, a carnival sideshow with a horn growing from her forehead, whose strange beauty he can''t forget.As he drifts across the South, from Kentucky to Memphis, Buddy encounters a dazzling array of almost mythic characters: circus barkers, topiary trimmers, landladies who provide shelter and plenty of advice for their all-Black clientele, proto feminists and bigots - dreaming all the while of the unforgettable Unicorn Woman herself.With her inimitable eye for beauty, tragedy and humour, Jones offers a rich, intriguing exploration of the Black imagination in a time of frustration and hope.''Her truth-telling, filled with beauty, tragedy, humour, and incisiveness, is unmatched'' IMANI PERRY''Gayl Jones is enjoying a dazzling late-career renaissance'' SUZI FEAY, TLS''Intricate, mesmerising and endlessly inventive'' DEESHA PHILYAW

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A major new biography of the Black Prince. ''A clear-eyed and thrilling vision of the man behind the legend'' DAN JONES. ''Pacy, vivid and extremely readable'' TLS. In 1346, at the age of sixteen, he won his spurs at Crécy; nine years later he conducted a brutal raid across Languedoc; in 1356 he captured the king of France at Poitiers; as lord of Aquitaine he ruled a vast swathe of southwestern France. He was Edward of Woodstock, eldest son of Edward III, but better known to posterity as ''the Black Prince''. Michael Jones tells the remarkable story of a great warrior-prince – and paints an unforgettable portrait of warfare and chivalry in the late Middle Ages.

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Turn on your torches and join Aveline Jones!Aveline is thrilled when she discovers that the holiday cottage her mum has rented for the summer is beside a stone circle. Thousands of years old, the local villagers refer to the ancient structure as the Witch Stones, and Aveline cannot wait to learn more about them. Then Aveline meets Hazel. Impossibly cool, mysterious yet friendly, Aveline soon falls under Hazel's spell. In fact, Hazel is quite unlike anyone Aveline has ever met before, but she can't work out why. Will Aveline discover the truth about Hazel, before it's too late?Join the world of Aveline Jones, where mysteries are solved, spirits are laid to rest, and everybody gets to bed on time. Perfect for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison, Piers Torday and Jamie Littler.

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Harry Hole returns in a pulse-pounding thriller like no other.''This book had my pulse in the red zone from start to finish'' Michael ConnellyA freezing December nightChristmas shoppers have gathered to listen to a Salvation Army carol concert. Then a shot rings out and one of the singers falls to the floor, dead.A blood-curdling terrorDetective Harry Hole and his team are called in to investigate but have little to work with - there is no immediate suspect, no weapon and no motive. But when the assassin discovers he''s shot the wrong man, Harry finds his troubles have only just begun.Now the clock is ticking before he kills again*JO NESBO HAS SOLD OVER 60 MILLION BOOKS WORLDWIDE**Watch out for BLOOD TIES, the new thriller, from Jo Nesbo*

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‘I just needed something to take me out of my mind. And the pattern of telling myself I was going to stop but not being able to eroded any sliver of self-trust I still had . . . I felt ashamed. I couldn’t get over this idea that I was letting everyone down.’In her breathtakingly candid memoir, JoJo reveals for the first time the personal adversity and public expectations she has overcome, from being recognized worldwide as a teenager to processing mental health, addiction and trauma.Holding nothing back, JoJo shares her against-the-odds story of adversity and resilience, from being raised by parents who were both battling addiction and depression to the seven-year law suit she found herself locked in with her label, to eventually finding the strength to put the fragmented pieces of herself back together after a period of rebellion and self-betrayal. Over the Influence invites readers on a journey of self-redemption to discover what it truly means to find yourself.

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''Too good... You should read her and not look away'' Anne Enright, Guardian''The stories are essays, the essays are stories. Even when they are not literally true, they contain the kind of truth that great fiction thrives on'' The Times''Literature''s best kept secret'' IndependentWeaving a complex tapestry drawn from interviews, anecdotes, moments from Beard''s own life, and sheer imagination, these extraordinary pieces embody the hospitality of spectacular writing: they are spaces you fall into and are reluctant to leave. From the intimate drama of everyday life - school crushes, dog clinics, divorce - to the terror and excitement of a fox lurking by a campsite or a murderer in your home, Beard flawlessly distils what it means to live deeply as we hurtle through wonder and grief, love and heartbreak. Bringing together pieces from Beard''s first collection, The Boys of My Youth, and Festival Days, which was published two decades later, The Collected Works showcases Jo Ann Beard''s impressive breadth, quiet brilliance, and timeless prose.

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Stephen Graham Jones, the New York Times bestselling author of The Only Good Indians, brings readers on a spine-tingling journey through a young boy''s haunted home."Brilliant."—The New York TimesTimes have been tough for twelve-year-old Junior, his mom, and especially for his younger brother Dino. When his dad makes a surprise visit late one night, Junior is desperate to make him part of their family again. The only problem is Dad drowned eight years ago. And bringing back the dead always comes at a cost…Winner of the 2017 Bram Stoker Award for Long Fiction!Also by Stephen Graham Jones:Night of the Mannequins

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Whether you’re looking to eat less meat, a lover of seafood, or even a dedicated pescatarian, you’ll find something for you in this book filled with delicious and practical recipes for every lifestyle.''A delicious collection of versatile, quick and simple pescatarian inspired dishes, for all to enjoy!'' - GORDON RAMSAY In this stunning new cookbook from celebrated chef Jo Pratt, choose between cooking each recipe as a fish dish, or get creative with some veggie substitutes, so recipes can be suited to any diet or preference!From a curried Buddha bowl to Cornish crab pasties, aromatic cured salmon with pea blinis to a wholesome and hearty smoky mac ‘n’ cheese, the range of international recipes spans the globe and are all simple, well-balanced and packed with flavour.As well as easy approaches on how to cook your fish and hacks for vegetarian options, this original cookbook shows you how to prepare the perfect fish fillet and handle whole fish and seafood. With a wide variety of health benefits, there has never been a better time to join the growing pescatarian movement and expand your culinary skills.With beautiful photography of the dishes, this sumptuous cook book is a must-have for any modern kitchen.''Wow, this is such a wonderful book, just open the cover and let Jo take you through some really inspiring recipes and ideas and show you just how simple cooking great seafood can be.'' - Mitch Tonks

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When Bill Masen wakes up blindfolded in hospital there is a bitter irony in his situation. Carefully removing his bandages, he realizes that he is the only person who can see: everyone else, doctors and patients alike, have been blinded by a meteor shower. Now, with civilization in chaos, the triffids - huge, venomous, large-rooted plants able to ''walk'', feeding on human flesh - can have their day. The Day of the Triffids, published in 1951, expresses many of the political concerns of its time: the Cold War, the fear of biological experimentation and the man-made apocalypse. However, with its terrifyingly believable insights into the genetic modification of plants, the book is more relevant today than ever before.John Wyndham was born in 1903. After a wide experience of the English preparatory school he was at Bedales from 1918 to 1921. Careers which he tried included farming, law, commercial art, and advertising, and he first started writing short stories, intended for sale, in 1925. During the war he was in the Civil Service and afterwards in the Army. In 1946 he began writing his major science fiction novels including "The Kraken Wakes", "The Chrysalids" and "The Midwich Cuckoos".

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This book contains everything you need for a day to day diet that is high on goodness and flavor and low on salt, sugar and empty calories.

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The Darkest Day is the first novel in the five part Inspector Barbarotti series from renowned Swedish crime author Håkan Nesser.It’s December in the quiet Swedish town of Kymlinge, and the Hermansson family are gathering to celebrate a big family birthday. But beneath the guise of happy festivities, tensions are running high, and it’s not long before the night takes a dark and unexpected turn . . . Before the weekend is over, two members of the Hermansson family are missing, and it’s up to Inspector Barbarotti to determine exactly what happened on that darkest day, and unravel a web of sinister family secrets in the process . . .Continue the thrilling investigative series with The Root of Evil.''One of the best Nordic Noir writers'' – Guardian

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''People think they know him but unless you read this book you will never know the REAL Alun Wyn Jones'' – Warren Gatland‘One of the greatest, and seemingly indestructible, players in history'' – A Daily Mail Book of the YearBelonging is the story about how the boy from Mumbles became the most capped rugby union player of all time. It is the story of what it takes to become a man who is seen by many as one of the greatest ever Welsh players. What it takes to go from sitting cross-legged on the hall floor at school watching the 1997 Lions tour of South Africa, to being named the 2021 Lions captain.But is it also about perthyn – belonging: playing for Wales, working his way through the age grades and club rugby and his regional side. How to earn the right to be there, and what it feels like to make the sacrifices along the way. Feeling the connection to players who have come before, and feeling the ties to the millions in front rooms and pubs across the country, coast to coast. Knowing that deep down you want to belong, as everyone does.From playing on the rain-swept pitches of Swansea to making his test debut against Argentina in Patagonia in 2006; from touring with the Lions in 2009, 2013, 2017 and 2021 to dealing with loss and creating a family – Belonging is the autobiography of one of the most compelling figures in world rugby. Told with characteristic honesty, this is his unique personal story of what it takes and what it means to play for your country: what it means to belong.

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The fifteenth century experienced the longest and bloodiest series of civil wars in British history. The crown of England changed hands violently five times as the great families of England fought to the death for the right to rule.Some of the greatest heroes and villains in history were thrown together in these chaotic years. Yet efforts were made to maintain some semblance of peace and order, as chivalry was reborn, the printing press arrived, and the Renaissance began to flourish. Following on from Dan Jones''s bestselling The Plantagenets, The Hollow Crown is a vivid and engrossing history of these turbulent times.

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Arabic Through the Qur''an is the first Arabic grammar book to appear in many years. Written by Prof Alan Jones, Emeritus Professor of Classical Arabic at Oxford University, this work aims at teaching Arabic using only the vocabulary in the Qur''an. In forty lessons and starting with the alphabet, Arabic Through the Qur''an covers the whole of Arabic grammar. Each lesson is followed by exercises and a key to the exercises is available at the end of the book.Arabic Through the Qur''an gives the student a thorough understanding of Arabic grammar and a substantial vocabulary from the Qur''an, including many of the often repeated verses. Arabic Through the Qur''an is an indispensable aid both to those wanting to learn Arabic in order to be able to read the Qur''an and to Arabic students at university level.

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It’s the 1970s, and a mysterious woman has a cache of letters to sell. They claim to tell the story of the death of Fanny Imlay, half-sister of Mary Shelley and daughter of Mary Wollstonecraft. Did Fanny really commit suicide in an inn in Swansea in 1816, as historians thought? The letters instead suggest a faked death and an escape from Fanny’s fraught family life. It could have been an independence of which Fanny’s mother would have been proud. But the letters also suggest the re-born Fanny remained misunderstood, mis-used and rejected, in the manner of Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein monster.The women’s intertwining narratives begin to reflect each other as the mysteries multiply and resolve. Gothic body-swaps, dark mansions and unexpected deaths merge with 70s politics and feminism in this tour-de-force by Jerwood Prize-winning author Jo Mazelis.

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In THE MYSTERIUM David Bramwell and Jo Keeling (authors of THE ODDITORIUM), present a user guide to the strange and unexplained corners of modern life. THE MYSTERIUM catalogues a host of bizarre, funny and intriguing stories for a post-Nessie generation still fascinated by the unknowable. Drawing on contemporary folklore, unsolved mysteries, and unsettling phenomena from the dark corners of the internet, this book celebrates the joy of asking questions and the thrill of finding answers which stop you dead in your tracks.Featuring a group of men who scared themselves to death, Space''s version of the Bermuda Triangle, a cat who can sniff out the dying and the tale of Slender Man, the monster who stepped out of Photoshop and into our nightmares, this fascinating book is a catalogue of the extraordinary, the strange, the mysterious and the downright creepy.

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Turn on your torches and join Aveline Jones!Aveline is determined to discover the truth behind her uncle's mysterious disappearance when she travels to his home with Mum and Aunt Lilian. After years of hoping Aveline's uncle would return, they have finally decided to sell his house - but Aveline and Harold have other plans. Sneaking into her uncle's study, Aveline discovers he had been researching possible supernatural activity around an ancient burial mound - and linked this with the unexplained disappearances of other local villagers. Dark, magical forces are at work, and they'll do anything to remain hidden, as Aveline and Harold soon learn... Join the world of Aveline Jones, where mysteries are solved, spirits are laid to rest, and everybody gets to bed on time. Perfect for adventurers aged 9+ and fans of Michelle Harrison and Jennifer Killick.

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In this worldwide adventure, readers get up close and personal with one of nature''s most misunderstood creatures: the wolf. Packed with little-known facts about wolves'' family lives, eating habits, and their connection to domestic dogs, readers will discover the secret lives of wolves and how to protect them.For many people, wolves are the stuff of nightmares and horror movies, but the reality is that theyÂ’re among some of the most vulnerable wild animals on our planet. By following field guide Huw Lewis Jones and nature illustrator Sam Caldwell into the wild, readers will meet subspecies of grey wolf living in forests throughout Europe, North America, and China, as well as red wolves in North Carolina and other members of the canid family, including coyotes.Along the way, aspiring naturalists will discover the difference between a timber and a tundra wolf, what traits wild wolves share with domestic dogs, and why wolf poop is so important to scientists!Are Wolves Afraid of the Dark?Little Red Riding Hood

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''The ultimate enemies-to-lovers adventure romcom!'' Ali Hazelwood, New York Times bestselling author''Romancing the Stone meets Indiana Jones in this thrilling adventure romance'' Entertainment WeeklyRival archaeologists must team up on a secret Aztec expedition, or it could leave their careers - and hearts - in ruins. A laugh-out-loud romcom with a twist, perfect for fans of The Mummy, The Lost City and good old fashioned enemies-to-lovers.When archaeologist Dr. Socorro ''Corrie'' Mejía is invited to join an all-expenses-paid dig in the Mexican jungle, she thinks her wildest dreams have come true. It''s her life goal to lead an expedition in search of the long-lost remains of her ancestor, Chimalli, an ancient warrior of the Aztec empire. But as the world-renowned expert on the topic, Corrie should be leading the expedition, not sharing the glory with her disgustingly handsome nemesis.Dr. Ford Matthews has been finding new ways to best her since they were in grad school, yet he isn''t exactly thrilled either - with his life in shambles, the last thing he needs is a reminder of their rocky past.As the dig begins, it becomes clear they''ll need to work together when they realize a thief is lurking around their campsite, forcing the pair to keep their discoveries - and lingering attraction - under wraps. With money-hungry artifact smugglers, the Mexican authorities, and the lies between them closing in, there''s only one way this all ends: explosively.''''Adventure, intrigue and steamy romance!'' Priscilla Oliveras ''Passion, adventure, and so much swoon! Obsessed!'' Alana Albertson''An adventure romance so steamy you''ll need to rinse off in a sexy jungle waterfall after reading'' Jen Comfort

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But the island home they eventually returned to had been scarred and stricken by Nazi occupation. The Day the Nazis Came Here is an utterly unique memoir, depicting the world of Nazi prison camps through the eyes of a child - a world in which the real dangers often seemed trivial and every day was a new adventure.

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"The most fascinating and wonderful book" JAN MORRIS"A restrained, lyrical tour de force" OWEN SHEERSIn the early years of the last century, Rebecca is born into a rural community in the Maesglasau valley in Wales; her family have been working the land for a thousand years, but the changes brought about by modernity threaten the survival of her language, and her family''s way of life. Rebecca''s reflections on the century are delivered with haunting dignity and a simple intimacy, while her evocation of the changing seasons and a life that is so in tune with its surroundings is rich and poignant. The Life of Rebecca Jones has all the makings of a classic, fixing on a vanishing period of rural history, and the novel''s final, unexpected revelation remains unforgettable and utterly moving.

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Previously published as The King''s Grave.NOW A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING SALLY HAWKINS AND STEVE COOGAN.The official inside story of the discovery of history''s most controversial monarch.On 22 August 1485 Richard III was killed at Bosworth Field, the last king of England to die in battle. His victorious opponent, Henry Tudor, went on to found one of our most famous ruling dynasties. Fifty years later, the king''s grave was lost and Richard III''s reputation buried under a mound of Tudor propaganda. Philippa Langley and Michael Jones trace the remarkable story of the search for the lost king, leading to the incredible moment when the 500-year-old mystery was solved by Philippa Langley as his remains were uncovered beneath a car park in Leicester. The Lost King is the astonishing true story of a woman who refused to be ignored and who took on the country''s most eminent historians, forcing them to think again about one of the most controversial king''s in England''s history.

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In this fully revised and richly illustrated edition, author and journalist Will Ellsworth-Jones pieces together a complete picture of the life and work of Banksy, perhaps the most iconic, enigmatic and controversial artist of modern times. For someone who shuns the limelight so completely that he conceals his name, never shows his face and gives interviews only by email, Banksy is remarkably famous. This fully updated and illustrated story of Banksy’s life and career builds an intriguing picture of his world and unpicks its contradictions. Whether art or vandalism, anti-establishment or sell-out, Banksy and his work have become a cultural phenomenon and the question ‘Who is Banksy?’ is as much about his career as it is ‘the man behind the wall’. From his beginnings as a Bristol graffiti artist, his artwork is now sold at auction for seven-figure sums and hangs on celebrities’ walls. The appearance of a new Banksy is national news, his documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop was Oscar-nominated and people queue for hours to see his latest exhibition. Now moreNational Treasure than edgy outsider, who is Banksy and how did he become what he is today? This book charts Banksy's journey from the graffiti-scrawled streets of Barton Hill, the working class neighbourhood of Bristol where he and others covered the walls with vibrant pieces while trying to avoid the police, through to some of the most prestigious galleries of the world, where his daring acts of guerilla art have forced us to reconsider how we define as art. From the artist's own words to recollections of friends and colleagues, this book also examines the contradictions of Banksy's life: charting how a privately educated boy from a middle class area of Bristol reinvented himself as a rogue and an outlaw who would take the art world by storm. With beautiful reproductions of some of his most controversial and recognisable works, this detailed study is a truly indispensible guide to understanding the ultimate art rebel whose work is no less relevant today than it was when he first started out some thirty years ago.

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A new look at a revolutionary writer, a diverse imperial city, and a controversial trick on the Royal Navy.In February 1910, the future Virginia Woolf played the most famous practical joke in British military history. Blackening her face and masquerading as an Abyssinian prince, the young writer and her friends conned their way onto HMS Dreadnought, the Empire’s most powerful battleship. The stunt made headlines around the world, embarrassed the Admiralty, and provoked debate in Parliament. But who was the ‘girl prince’ unidentified at the time, and what was she doing there?The Girl Prince intertwines three fascinating stories: a scandalous prank and its afterlife; Woolf’s ideas about race and empire; and the actual lived experience of Black people in Edwardian Britain, from real princes to Caribbean writers and South African activists. Using letters, diaries, reporting and newly discovered archives, Danell Jones describes an extraordinary chain of events, exploring why a boundary-pushing novelist once pulled a bigoted blackface prank, and what it tells us—about Woolf’s Britain and Woolf’s work. This is a tantalisingly fresh take on an iconic writer and her deeply problematic stunt.

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