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Going to the Wars - Max Hastings

''A superb account of journalists, soldiers and the experience of modern battle, written by one of the greatest war reporters of our time'' – Robert Harris, author of An Officer and a Spy‘Gripping and compulsively readable’ – Saul David, Sunday TelegraphMax Hastings grew up with romantic dreams of a life amongst warriors. But after a painful false start with the Parachute Regiment, he became a journalist instead. Going to the Wars is his vivid, insightful account of his years as a foreign correspondent.His first taste of danger came at the start of the Troubles in Northern Ireland, followed by the Biafra and Vietnam Wars. He left Saigon by helicopter from the American Embassy as the city fell to the Khmer Rouge, masqueraded as a game hunter to seek out the secrets of the Rhodesian civil war and was almost shot by marauding Turkish soldiers during the invasion of Cyprus. His greatest moment came at the end of the Falklands War, when he walked alone into Port Stanley, ahead of the British landing force, in determined pursuit of a scoop.''A first-class piece of reportage. It is filled with tales of derring-do, modestly told'' Jon Swain, The Sunday Times''His memoirs have . ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Battle for the Falklands - Max Hastings, Jenkins Simon

''Excellent'' Financial Times''Stirring, impressively detailed'' Time magazineThe Battle for the Falklands is a thoughtful and informed analysis of an astonishing chapter in modern British history from journalist and military historian Sir Max Hastings and political editor Simon Jenkins.Ten weeks. 28,000 soldiers. 8,000 miles from home.The Falklands War in 1982 was one of the strangest in British history. At the time, many Britons saw it as a tragic absurdity - thousands of men sent overseas for a tiny relic of empire - but the British victory over the Argentinians not only confirmed the quality of British arms but also boosted the political fortunes of Thatcher''s Conservative government. However, it left a chequered aftermath and was later overshadowed by the two Gulf wars.Max Hastings’ and Simon Jenkins’ account of the conflict is a modern classic of war reportage and the definitive book on the conflict.

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A Guide to the Wars of the Roses - Derek Birks

So much has been written, and is still being written, about the Wars of the Roses – both in print and on the internet - that the interested student of history is in grave danger of being utterly overwhelmed. The key players in the conflict are very interesting personalities but they have become so distorted by caricature that they now appear as a procession of heroes and villains rather than living, breathing people. The aim of A Guide to the Wars of the Roses is simple: to help the reader understand what happened and why during the great political upheaval of the fifteenth century. It describes the origins, nature and aftermath of the wars in short, accessible chapters and explains how the period can be divided into three separate, though related, political crises. In describing the rise of Richard, Duke of York, in the mid-fifteenth century, the Guide traces how his rivalry with Edmund Beaufort, Duke of Somerset, ultimately led to the deposition of the hard-pressed, and wholly unsuitable, King Henry VI. It also explains how the accession of a new king from the House of York failed to solve England’s political problems. The triumphant Yorkist faction is examined to ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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We're Going to the Dentist - Campbell Books

The Big Steps series is designed to help little ones (and their parents or carers) with everyday experiences in their lives. In We''re Going to the Dentist, meet Nancy and Teddy, who go for a dental check-up for the first time. Explore the waiting room, sit in the dentist''s chair and learn about how to brush your teeth in this sweet story, brought to life with fun flaps and mechanisms. Each page has really helpful tips for parents and carers that are endorsed by The Good Play Guide and leading Early Years Consultant, Dr Amanda Gummer. With delightful illustrations from Marion Cocklico, We''re Going to the Dentist is a brilliant way to prepare children for a dental check-up in a fun and relatable way.For more toddler tips, read Can You Say Please?, We''re Going to the Doctor and I Can Get Dressed.

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Going to the Wire - Tom Brogan

Going to the Wire looks at a dozen teams, from the 1970s to the present day, whose survival came down to the season’s final day. It captures the drama and the passion that comes when not only league survival, but jobs and even a club’s very existence can be on the line. It’s all here, as Tom Brogan looks at the drama of late, late goals, on those days when fans can spend more time with ears pressed to radios, or eyes glued to mobile phones, all for news from another ground! The passion, the shredded nerves, bitten fingernails, the absurdities of blatant time-wasting, fake news of ‘goals’ elsewhere and ultimately teams coming back from the dead. Relegation is all part of the game, but one that no fan wants their team to get dragged into, but great escapes can make heroes of the unlikeliest of players. Tottenham Hotspur, Everton, Middlesbrough, Burnley, Derby County and Coventry City are just a few of the clubs whose final-day escapes make the cut in Going to the Wire, as Brogan reveals just how close some clubs got to falling through the relegation trap door and what it took to avoid it.

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Going to the Doctor (First Experiences with Biff, Chip & Kipper) - Roderick Hunt, Annemarie Young

Introduce your child to new situations through these entertaining and sensitively written stories, which are perfect for reading together. Each story is packed with facts and humour to familiarise your child with what to expect from a first experience. In Going to the Doctor, Kipper doesn''t feel very well so Mum takes him to see the doctor. First Experiences with Biff, Chip & Kipper have been carefully created to help parents explore the wider world with their child, talk about shared feelings and emotions, and build vocabulary through the fun activities included in every book. Each book also includes advice on how to get the most out of reading together and practical tips on navigating new experiences. Biff, Chip & Kipper are characters from the Oxford Reading Tree series, which is used in 80% of primary schools, and now appear in a popular new CBeebies series. This story has been written by Roderick Hunt, author of the original Oxford Reading Tree stories, and Annemarie Young; superb storytellers with over 50 years educational experience between them. Alex Brychta''s humorous and detailed illustrations bring the stories alive and are known to and loved by millions of young readers all over the world.

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Going to the Doctor - Civardi Anne

This charmingly illustrated book is a perfect way to introduce little children to the idea of going to the doctor. The simple, reassuring text goes through each stage of the process, while Stephen Cartwright's timeless illustrations are full of gentle fun and lots of details to spot and talk about together.

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Going to the Movies - Florence Ducatteau

A fascinating picture book for children ages 6 years and up about going to the movies and how movies are made.Do you want to know everything about movies and how they’re made? How was the cinema invented? Who are the members of a film crew? Is a movie recorded in one session? Do movie sales cover the cost of making a movie? These and many more questions are discussed in this book. You’ll also find DIY activities, fun flap and foldout pages, and a mini-quiz so that you can become a real expert.

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Going to the Volcano - Andy Stanton

Buckle up and jump on board for the funniest, most EXPLOSIVE picture book of the year - you''ll want to read it again and again-o!Join two intrepid explorers as they take a train-o, jump on a plane-o, ride a Great Dane-o (down the lane-o) on their way to look at the volcano. Nothing could possibly go wrong - could it?!A hilariously anarchic rhyming story from multi-award-winning author Andy Stanton.Andy has won a string of awards for his Mr Gum books, including the Red House Children''s Book Award, the Roald Dahl Funny Prize, and the Blue Peter Book Award for Best Book With Pictures (twice).Miguel Ordonez is the illustrator of the New York Times bestselling Your Baby''s First Word Will Be Dada, written by Jimmy Fallon, the Emmy and Grammy award-winning host of NBC''s The Tonight Show.

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Going to the Dentist - Anne Civardiová, Civardi Anne

Designed to introduce young children to the unfamiliar situation of visiting the dentist in an amusing and friendly way. Features Stephen Cartwright's delightful illustrations, providing lots to look at and talk about. An ideal starting point for young children and adults to discuss first experiences.

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Going to the Dogs - Pierre Lemaitre

And anyway, who cares? All that matters is that the guy is dead, right? A dark and thrilling ride about the most unlikely of killers, perfect for Tarantino fans, by the award-winning and bestselling author, PIERRE LEMAITRE ''A really excellent suspense novelist'' Stephen King''A total success'' Le Canard Enchaîné''Dark, very funny and completely unexpected'' Madame Figaro''Deft, funny, sharp . . . an absolute delight'' Guardian________________________________________________________________With Mathilde, there is never a stray bullet, her work is clean and neat. Tonight was an exception. A little whim. Obviously, she could have taken the shot from a distance, done less damage; obviously she could have made the hit with a single bullet. What can I say? I don''t know what came over me. This is what she will say if anyone asks. And anyway, who cares? All that matters is that the guy is dead, right? 1985. Paris. Sixty-three-year-old Mathilde Perrin is on another mission. A widow, mother and decorated hero of the Resistance, she is also a ruthless and skilled contract killer, and the most unlikely suspect. But tonight, something has changed. Mathilde is agitated, forgetful and impulsive - so much so that even Ludo, her loyal and long-suffering Dalmatian, has noticed ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Going to the Dogs - Pierre Lemaitre

And anyway, who cares? All that matters is that the guy is dead, right? A dark and thrilling ride about the most unlikely of killers, perfect for Tarantino fans, by the award-winning and bestselling author, PIERRE LEMAITRE ''A really excellent suspense novelist'' Stephen King''A total success'' Le Canard Enchaîné''Dark, very funny and completely unexpected'' Madame Figaro''Deft, funny, sharp . . . an absolute delight'' Guardian________________________________________________________________With Mathilde, there is never a stray bullet, her work is clean and neat. Tonight was an exception. A little whim. Obviously, she could have taken the shot from a distance, done less damage; obviously she could have made the hit with a single bullet. What can I say? I don''t know what came over me. This is what she will say if anyone asks. And anyway, who cares? All that matters is that the guy is dead, right? 1985. Paris. Sixty-three-year-old Mathilde Perrin is on another mission. A widow, mother and decorated hero of the Resistance, she is also a ruthless and skilled contract killer, and the most unlikely suspect. But tonight, something has changed. Mathilde is agitated, forgetful and impulsive - so much so that even Ludo, her loyal and long-suffering Dalmatian, has noticed ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Going to the Dogs - Dan Kavanagh

Strange things happen in the countryside. And for bisexual private detective Duffy, this is his strangest case yet. Summoned to a country mansion following an unusual murder, Duffy finds the house awash with potential suspects. Does Vic Crowther, the man who called on Duffy in the first place, have a far more sinister motive up his sleeve? Or perhaps his wife, the ex-page three model, knows more than she''s letting on . . .

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Peppa Pig: Going Swimming – Read It Yourself with Ladybird Level 1 - Ladybird, Peppa Pig

Peppa is going to the swimming pool with her family. Who else will be there?Read it yourself with Ladybird is one of Ladybird''s best-selling reading series. For over thirty-five years it has helped young children who are learning to read develop and improve their reading skills.Each Read it yourself book is very carefully written to include many key, high-frequency words that are vital for learning to read, as well as a limited number of story words that are introduced and practised throughout. Simple sentences and frequently repeated words help to build the confidence of beginner readers and the four different levels of books support children all the way from very first reading practice through to independent, fluent reading.Each book has been carefully checked by educational consultants and can be read independently at home or used in a guided reading session at school. Further content includes comprehension puzzles, helpful notes for parents, carers and teachers, and book band information for use in schools.Peppa Pig Goes Swimming is a Level 1 Read it yourself book, suitable for very early readers who are ready to take their first steps in reading real stories. Each simple story uses a small number of frequently repeated ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Kissing Max Holden - Upperman Katy

Equal parts swoonworthy romance and deeply affecting family drama, this debut novel about the boy next door turned super hot bad boy will have readers hooked from the very first kiss. After his fatherÂ’s stroke, Max Holden isn''t himself. As his long-time friend, Jillian Eldridge only wants to help, but she doesn''t know how. When Max climbs through her window one night, Jill knows she shouldn''t let him kiss her. But she canÂ’t resist, and when they''re caught in the act by her dad, Jill swears it''ll never happen again. Because kissing Max Holden is a terrible idea.With a new baby sibling on the way, her parents fighting all the time, and her dream of culinary school suddenly up in the air, Jill starts spending more and more time with Max. And even though her father disapproves and Max still has a girlfriend, not kissing Max is easier said than done. Will Jill follow her heart, and allow their friendship to blossom into something more, or will she listen to her head and stop kissing Max Holden once and for all?Chosen by readers like you for Macmillan''s young adult imprint Swoon Reads, Katy UppermanÂ’s debut novel Kissing Max Holden skillfully ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Suppose a Kid from the Last Dungeon Boonies Moved to a Starter Town, Vol. 14 (light novel) - Cunningham Andrew, Toshio Satou, Nao Watanuki

LOVE IS THE PERFECT TRUTH SERUM To put a stop to Eve’s ambitions, state leaders from all over the world hold an emergency conference. Instead of going to the meeting himself, though, the king of Azami sends Lloyd as his representative! Lloyd’s appearance catches Eve off guard, but she won’t waste this opportunity to finally get rid of him—that is, until she falls head over heels for him in the process! Now with the upper hand, the attendees of the conference can force Eve to confess to her crimes—but she still has one more card left to play…

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Jerusalem: The Biography - Simon Sebag Montefiore

Thoroughly updated and revised, JERUSALEM: THE BIOGRAPHY is the history of the Middle East through the lens of the Holy City and the Holy Land, from King David to the wars and chaos of today. The history of Jerusalem is the story of the world: Jerusalem is the universal city, the capital of two peoples, the shrine of three faiths. The Holy City and Holy Land are the battlefields for today's multifaceted conflicts and, for believers, the setting for Judgement Day and the Apocalypse.How did this small, remote town become the Holy City, the 'centre of the world' and now the key to peace in the Middle East? Why is the Holy Land so important not just to the region and its many new players, but to the wider world too? Drawing on new archives and a lifetime's study, Montefiore reveals this ever-changing city and turbulent region through the wars, love affairs and revelations of the kings, empresses, amirs, sultans, caliphs, presidents, autocrats, imperialists and warlords, poets, prophets, saints and rabbis, conquerors and whores who created, destroyed, chronicled, and believed in Jerusalem and the Holy Land. A classic of modern literature, this is not only the epic story of 3,000 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Housewarming - S.E. Lynes

Everyone is going to the housewarming party. All the people who lived on the street the day Abi vanished... Will her mother finally learn the truth?Ava only left her daughter in the pushchair for five minutes. The buckle was fastened, and she was sure it was safe. But when she came downstairs, Abi was gone - she walked past the Lovegoods' house, and was never seen again. A year later, the Lovegoods are planning their housewarming party. Ava doesn't want to go, but her husband insists a night out might do her good. But as her friends and neighbours chat, Ava learns something new about the day she has re-lived a thousand times. A throwaway comment which could change everything. Ava thought she knew every last detail of that day. She's about to find out she was wrong... The number one Kindle bestseller! Brilliantly dark and moving suspense fiction for fans of Gillian Flynn, Claire McGowan and Lisa Jewell, The Housewarming will have your pulse racing and your heart in your mouth from start to finish. See what readers are saying about The Housewarming:'So emotional and raw and so well written... Many twists and turns and the climax and ending... ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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True Crime - Allan Max Collins

1934 Chicago dazzles with fast action and calculating, cold-blooded mean¬ness as private detective Nate Heller combs Chicago’s North Side looking for John Dillinger. But things take a turn for the strange when self-aggrandizing G-Man Melvin Purvis shoots down a Dillinger double in front of the Biograph Theater.Full of muscle and oozing Chicago’s tough-guy persona to the hilt, Max Allan Collins’ Nate Heller is the ultimate private investigator—in the ultimate P.I. town. Heller’s undercover search for a farmer’s-daughter-turned-gun-moll has him on the dusty Depression backroads of middle America, in the company of Ma Barker and her boys, Baby Face Nelson, Alvin Karpis, and a very-much-still-alive Dillinger—whose outlandish plan to kidnap J. Edgar Hoover in downtown Chicago is one Heller tries to foil. Including appearances by fan dancer Sally Rand, boxer Barney Ross, and Heller’s “godfather,” Frank Nitti, True Crime is a relentless classic.

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The Film Book - Ronald Bergan

Immerse yourself into the world of cinema and discover action-packed chases, epic journeys, and tear-jerking moments.Get the popcorn popping and keep the movies coming! From box office hits and cult classics to romcoms and thrillers, this is your go-to guide to movies, directors, genres and styles.This ultimate movie guide profiles more than 100 of the most significant films ever made and brings cinema to life in true blockbuster fashion. Discover the behind-the-scenes stories about timeless classics like Citizen Kane and The Godfather, and take a front-row seat at lavish blockbusters like Star Wars or Titanic.- Lists of top 10 film recommendations - What to watch boxes that explore specific plot lines, scenes, and images- Trivia sections to test your knowledge on Oscar-winning movies, biggest flops and banned films- Explains complex methods of film-making in familiar, non-technical jargon- High-resolution photography and stills allow for a deeper understanding of the nature of film-makingEach page of this film book takes you on a journey through the ever-changing landscape of cinema - from Hollywood to Bollywood and everything in between. It includes every film-making school from across the globe, behind-the-scenes shots, profiles of 100 influential directors, and lists more than 100 of the greatest ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Find Spot at the Beach - Eric Hill

In this brand new lift-the-flap adventure, Spot and his family are going to the beach!Spot can't wait to paddle in the sea and explore with Mum and Dad. But when it's time to decorate the sandcastle, Spot disappears! Where has he gone?Toddlers will love searching for Spot and exploring all the fun of the beach along the way! This new story is full of the unexpected surprises and gentle humour that makes the original Where's Spot? a children's classic. With interactive flaps to train fine motor skills and an adventure that sparks curiosity and imagination, Find Spot at the Seaside is perfect for early learning and play.Eric Hill's Where's Spot was the first ever lift-the-flap book - and his groundbreaking innovation continues to delight and surprise readers with interactive fun. Spot has now been a trusted character in early learning for over 40 years, selling over 65 million books worldwide. Loved this? Try these:Where's Spot?Find Spot at the ZooFind Spot at the NurseryFind Spot: A Sporty DayFind Spot at Halloween

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Letters from the Lighthouse - Carroll Emma

We weren''t supposed to be going to the pictures that night. We weren''t even meant to be outside, not in a blackout, and definitely not when German bombs had been falling on London all month like pennies from a jar.‘Has the feel of a classic.’ Sunday Times‘A gripping adventure.’ Guardian‘Echoes of Michael Morpurgo.’ The Times‘Another beautifully written story.’ Sunday Express‘The tension builds until the very end.’ Daily MailFebruary, 1941. After months of bombing raids in London, twelve-year-old Olive Bradshaw and her little brother Cliff are evacuated to the Devon coast. The only person with two spare beds is Mr Ephraim, the local lighthouse keeper. But he’s not used to company and he certainly doesn’t want any evacuees.Desperate to be helpful, Olive becomes his post-girl, carrying secret messages (as she likes to think of the letters) to the villagers. But Olive has a secret of her own. Her older sister Sukie went missing in an air raid, and she’s desperate to discover what happened to her. And then she finds a strange coded note which seems to link Sukie to Devon, and to something dark and impossibly dangerous.

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The Cheat Book (vol.2) - RAMZEE

NOT FOR GROWN-UPS!Wish you could hunt down a FEROCIOUS beast?Ever wondered what a REAL night sky looks like? Want to embrace your WILD side?Join Kamal as he attempts to SURVIVE THE WILD! Kamal''s class is going to the woods and Kamal has promised to track down the infamous BEAST OF CRIGGILY WOOD. He throws himself into the wilderness with nothing but his two best friends, his wits and the mysterious Cheat Book. The Cheat Book promises its reader lifehacks for literally any occasion . . . But can it help Kamal to track down the beast lurking in the shadows, dodge all the poison ivy and make it home in one piece? Join Kamal on his hilarious new adventure, from brilliant author-illustrator RAMZEE. Perfect for 8+ readers of Diary of a Wimpy Kid and Loki. With black-and-white illustrations throughout!PRAISE FOR THE CHEAT BOOK (vol.1):''Laugh-out-loud funny. Kids are going to love The Cheat Book!'' Cressida Cowell, bestselling author of How to Train Your Dragon''Comedy gold!'' Louie Stowell, bestselling author of Loki: A Bad God''s Guide series''Clever and hilarious ... A funny and much needed fresh voice in the middle grade arena'' Dapo Adeola, award-winning illustrator''An authentic heart-warming story, jam-packed with fun, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Naughtiest Unicorn on the Beach - Pip Bird

Blow up your inflatable, apply the factor 50 and polish those sunnies… Mira and Dave the naughtiest unicorn are going to the BEACH! Mira can''t wait to build a GIANT sandcastle (although Dave is more interested in eating a GIANT GLITTERY ICE-CREAM).But when Mira and her Unicorn School friends go exploring and spot a little narwhal in BIG trouble, the fun day out turns into a super-adventurous rescue mission… it''s Dave and Mira to the RESCUE!Pip Bird is a children’s author living in London. When she’s not writing magical stories, she dreams of going to Unicorn School and having her own Unicorn Best Friend Forever.The Naughtiest Unicorn series:The Naughtiest UnicornThe Naughtiest Unicorn at Sports DayThe Naughtiest Unicorn and the School DiscoThe Naughtiest Unicorn at ChristmasThe Naughtiest Unicorn on a School TripThe Naughtiest Unicorn on the BeachThe Naughtiest Unicorn and the Spooky SurprisePerfect for fans of The Worst Witch, Mummy, Fairy and Me by Sophie Kinsella and Pamela Butchart

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The Madness - Fergal Keane

BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK An Irish Times book of the year 2022A powerful, probing book about PTSD.As a journalist Keane has covered conflict and brutality across the world for more than thirty years, from Rwanda, Sudan, South Africa, Somalia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine and many more. Driven by an irresistible compulsion to be where the night is darkest, he made a name for reporting with humanity and empathy from places where death and serious injury were not abstractions, and tragedy often just a moment’s bad luck away.But all this time he struggled not to be overwhelmed by another story, his acute ‘complex post-traumatic stress disorder’, a condition arising from exposure to multiple instances of trauma experienced over a long period. This condition has caused him to suffer a number of mental breakdowns and hospitalisations. Despite this, and countless promises to do otherwise, he has gone back to the wars again and again.Why?In this powerful and intensely personal book, Keane interrogates what it is that draws him to the wars, what keeps him there and offers a reckoning of the damage done.PTSD affects people from all walks of life. Trauma can be found in many places, not just war. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Geography of Bliss - Eric Weiner

What makes a nation happy? Is one country''s sense of happiness the same as another''s? In the last two decades, psychologists and economists have learned a lot about who''s happy and who isn''t. The Dutch are, the Romanians aren''t, and Americans are somewhere in between...After years of going to the world''s least happy countries, Eric Weiner, a veteran foreign correspondent, decided to travel and evaluate each country''s different sense of happiness and discover the nation that seemed happiest of all. ·He discovers the relationship between money and happiness in tiny and extremely wealthy Qatar (and it''s not a good one)·He goes to Thailand, and finds that not thinking is a contented way of life. ·He goes to the tiny Himalayan kingdom of Bhutan, and discovers they have an official policy of Gross National Happiness!·He asks himself why the British don''t do happiness?In Weiner''s quest to find the world''s happiest places, he eats rotten Icelandic shark, meditates in Bangalore, visits strip clubs in Bangkok and drinks himself into a stupor in Reykjavik. Full of inspired moments, The Geography of Bliss accomplishes a feat few travel books dare and even fewer achieve: to make you happier.

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Find Spot at the Library - Eric Hill

It''s fancy dress day at the library! Which book characters will Spot, Helen and Tom dress up as?Join Spot and his friends as they explore all the different corners and books in the library. Going to the library is an exciting first experience for toddlers, and Spot is no different - he loves reading!This brand new Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun and humour that has made the original Where''s Spot? a children''s classic.A new series based on the key elements of the original Spot lift-the-flap titles, with bold, simple design and unexpected humour.

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Orwell and the Dispossessed - George Orwell

Including Down and Out in Paris and London''Orwell was the great moral force of his age'' SpectatorThe powerful writings collected together in this volume chronicle George Orwell''s first-hand experiences of life among the underclass of the ''two nations'' of rich and poor. Down and Out in Paris and London is the young Orwell''s memoir of his time as a struggling, often penniless writer, living among the destitute and dispossessed, in which he exposes what ''going to the dogs'' is really like. There are also articles and letters on sleeping rough in Trafalgar Square, being arrested for drunkenness, on the poverty Orwell witnessed in Morocco and India, and his shocking essay, ''How the Poor Die''.Edited by Peter Davison with an Introduction by Peter Clarke

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The Madness - Fergal Keane

BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK An Irish Times book of the year 2022A powerful, probing book about PTSD.As a journalist Keane has covered conflict and brutality across the world for more than thirty years, from Rwanda, Sudan, South Africa, Somalia, Iraq, Afghanistan, Ukraine and many more. Driven by an irresistible compulsion to be where the night is darkest, he made a name for reporting with humanity and empathy from places where death and serious injury were not abstractions, and tragedy often just a moment’s bad luck away.But all this time he struggled not to be overwhelmed by another story, his acute ‘complex post-traumatic stress disorder’, a condition arising from exposure to multiple instances of trauma experienced over a long period. This condition has caused him to suffer a number of mental breakdowns and hospitalisations. Despite this, and countless promises to do otherwise, he has gone back to the wars again and again.Why?In this powerful and intensely personal book, Keane interrogates what it is that draws him to the wars, what keeps him there and offers a reckoning of the damage done.PTSD affects people from all walks of life. Trauma can be found in many places, not just war. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In the Air Tonight - Marie Force

I was there. I saw what you did.Blaise I wasn’t supposed to be there that night, but my friend Sienna talked me into going to the party in Land’s End so she could spy on her boyfriend. While hiding out in the woods, we witnessed an unspeakable crime. And we did everything wrong afterward. Connections run deep in our small town. I was pressured into keeping my mouth shut, even though every part of me objected. I assumed I’d always do the right thing in any situation. I was wrong about that and a lot of other things. I was wrecked by what I saw and how the victim was treated by kids I’d known all my life. I’ve been sick over it ever since, even as I moved on, far away from the town where I was raised. Fourteen years later, I learn that the guy who committed that unspeakable crime is running for Congress, and something in me snaps. I can’t bear the weight of that knowledge for another second. Finally, I report what I saw, and all hell breaks loose for me and others who were at that long-ago party. Some of them will do whatever it ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Dream Team: Naomie Mensa vs. the Future - Mante Priscilla

The third story in the heart-warming, inclusive and funny Dream Team series about three big F''s: friends, football and following your dreams!Hey! My name''s Naomie Osei, but my friends call me Mensa, cos I''m supposed to be the clever one among my friends, the Fabulous Four. Normally I''m the one with all the answers, but right now I''m struggling to figure out our future.I mean, how do I break it to my friends that I might not be going to the same high school as them next term? Is my sax-playing good enough for the big solo at the Midsummer Concert? And can Bramrock''s top girl''s football team, the Dreamers, save our library from closing?Since I can''t tell the future, I kind of want to press pause and stay in the present a bit longer. But as that''s impossible, I suppose I''ll have to do what I''m best at and work out the solution . . .

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Princess Mirror-Belle and the Flying Horse - Julia Donaldsonová

From Julia Donaldson, the bestselling author of The Gruffalo, comes Princess Mirror-Belle and The Flying Horse, the exciting adventures of a mischievous princess. Full of black-and-white illustrations by Lydia Monks, Princess Mirror-Belle is perfect for fans of this bestselling picture book team who are beginning to read on their own. Princess Mirror-Belle and the Flying Horse contains six delightful stories that children will come back to again and again.Ellen''s life is turned upside down by the hilarious Mirror-Belle, a spirited princess who claims to be from somewhere mysterious and far away. She appears out of mirrors to tell Ellen magical stories and take her on exciting escapades. From exploring a hospital after Ellen falls off her bike to chasing after Mirror-Belle''s magic ball, going to the seaside and joining the unusual pets club, you can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.This book contains the following stories:- The Flying Horse- The Magic Ball- The Sea Monster''s Cave- The Unusual Pets Club- Swan Lake- The Sleeping Beauty

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Find Spot at the Zoo - Eric Hill

Spot is visiting the zoo! Which animals will he meet?Join Spot and his family as they explore the zoo and meet lots of new animals along the way. Going to the zoo is an exciting first experience for toddlers, and Spot is no different - he loves meeting the monkeys, penguins, and tigers!This brand new Spot adventure is full of unexpected lift-the-flap surprises and all the fun and humour that has made the original Where''s Spot? a children''s classic.A new series based on the key elements of the original Spot lift-the-flap titles, with bold, simple design and unexpected humour.

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At the Beach - Catherine Baker

Big Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.We’re going to the beach! Explore the sights and sounds of the seaside, and look at the plants and animals that live there.Pages 14 and 15 contain an “I Spy” feature, which uses visual support to help children explore the themes and sounds contained within the book.Reading notes within the book provide practical support for reading with children, including a list of all the sounds and words that the book will cover.

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The Bayeux Tapestry - Carola Hicks

The vivid scenes on the Bayeux Tapestry depict the events leading up to the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It is one of Europe''s greatest treasures and its own story is full of drama and surprise. Who commissioned the tapestry? Was it Bishop Odo, William''s ruthless half-brother? Or Harold''s dynamic sister Edith, juggling for a place in the new court? Hicks shows us this world and the miracle of the tapestry''s making: the stitches, dyes and strange details in the margins. For centuries it lay ignored in Bayeux cathedral until its ''discovery'' in the eighteenth century. It became a symbol of power as well as art: townsfolk saved it during the French Revolution; Napoleon displayed it to promote his own conquest; the Nazis strove to make it their own; and its influence endures today. This marvellous book, packed with thrilling stories, shows how we remake history in every age and how a great work of art has a life of its own.

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For The Love of the Sea II - Jenny Jefferies

For the Love of the Sea II is a compilation by award-winning author Jenny Jefferies that celebrates Britain''s cornucopian coastline through the people, produce and practices that define it. Discover the stories and recipes of 40 contributors, from fishmongers to foragers and basket weavers to marine scientists, or find your next destination restaurant to sample freshly caught seafood all over the UK. Home cooks will love the variety of delicious dishes to try: Haddock Scotch Egg, Thai Red Curry Mussels, Stargazy Pie and Mediterranean Roasted Whole Seabass are just a few of the recipes included. With 10% of the net profits going to The Food Teachers Centre charity, this book champions sustainability and education, helping us all to fall back in love with our shores.

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Road Trips in the USA - DK Travel

Hit the open road with 50 epic drives promising the all-American adventureWhether you’ve always dreamed of skirting the US on a motorcycle, are looking to go coast-to-coast in an RV or simply want to roll down your car windows and plug into a classic playlist, Road Trips in the USA will give you all the inspiration you need for a road trip to remember.Featuring 50 once-in-a-lifetime drives, Road Trips in the USA is a celebration of riding the open road. Turn the pages to discover:50 driving routes ranging from a few hours, such as the scenic Hana Highway, to week-long trips like the iconic Route 66Inspirational maps pinpointing all the key stops to make en route, such as classic landmarks and historic restaurantsPractical information for each trip, including start and end stops, duration, distance and road conditionsBeautiful photography capturing the highlights of every driveTwist through Glacier National Park on the dramatic Going-to-the-Sun Road, leaf-peep along the Blue Ridge Parkway and enjoy the ocean breeze on the Pacific Coast Highway – with Road Trips in the USA, taking the scenic route has never been easier. There’s no better way to see the US than from behind the wheel, so buckle up ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Here Comes the Ex - Portia MacIntosh

Don''t miss this second chance rom-com from million copy bestseller Portia MacIntosh!''Sharply funny, pacy and super romantic. Everything I’ve come to expect from Portia MacIntosh.'' Laura Carter''I laughed non stop. Brilliantly written. I actually couldn’t put it down.'' Reader review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Will it be love at second sight? Luca is used to being ‘the single one’ – which is partly why she dreaded going to the wedding of an old university friend. Surrounded by faces she hasn’t seen in 10 years, Luca can feel herself being sucked back into the immature, decade-old gossip that no one seems to have forgotten.But when Tom walks in, Luca’s heart stops. He was her ‘almost boyfriend’, and she had been completely swept off her feet by him… but he’s currently standing next to the girl he broke her heart with at a party all those years ago.As the evening draws on and the champagne continues to flow, it’s clear that Tom can’t take his eyes off her. Will Luca’s luck in love finally take a turn?Praise for Portia MacIntosh''Smart, funny and always brilliantly entertaining, every book from Portia becomes my new favourite rom com.'' Shari Low''I laughed, I cried – I loved it.’ Holly Martin''The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Cambridge Illustrated History of Warfare

The new edition of The Cambridge Illustrated History of Warfare, written and updated by a team of nine distinguished military historians, examines how war was waged by Western powers across a sweeping timeframe, beginning with classical Greece and Rome, moving through the Middle Ages and the early modern period, down to the wars of the twenty-first century in Afghanistan, Iraq, and Syria. The book stresses five essential aspects of the Western way of war: a combination of technology, discipline, and an aggressive military tradition with an extraordinary capacity to respond rapidly to challenges and to use capital rather than manpower to win. Although the focus remains on the West, and on the role of violence in its rise, each chapter also examines the military effectiveness of its adversaries and the regions in which the West''s military edge has been - and continues to be - challenged.

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Eva at the Beach: A Branches Book (Owl Diaries #14)

It''s summertime and Eva Wingdale is going to the beach, in this New York Times bestselling early chapter book series just-right for emerging readers!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic''s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!Eva is visiting the beach with her best friend Lucy! They can''t wait to build sandcastles and make seashell necklaces. But Eva is secretly afraid to go swimming because of the big fish -- like sharks! -- that live in the sea. After Eva hears the "Legend of the Mermowls" and spots her classmate Sue in the water, the sea doesn''t seem so scary. Will Eva face her fears and maybe find some magic at the beach, too?Rebecca Elliott''s sweet text and full-color artwork on every page bring this story to life for young readers!Continue this book series with “Eva the Owlet,” an Apple TV+ original series!

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My Day with the Panye - Tami Charles

The panye means we are graceful when the load is heavy. We are strong, even when the earth is not. We are family, fed from love.Fallon is going to the market with Maman. She ties her hair in a sun-yellow mouchwa, and places the panye carefully on her head. Fallon''s toes tingle, she takes few few steps towards the door, and, BOOM!, the panye falls on the floor. "Little by little the bird builds its nest," Maman says, "not everything is learned fast.” As they walk past colourful walls under swirls of blue, cloudless sky, Maman carries the panye still on her head, graceful and strong. At the market, they buy their dinner, filling the panye with all kinds of fruits and vegetables. Then, as the sun dances across the sky, it''s time to go home, and time for Fallon to try once again to carry the panye. Will she be able to hold her head, graceful and strong, like Maman?

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Rainbow Magic: Mariana the Goldilocks Fairy - Daisy Meadows

Get ready for an exciting fairy adventure with the no. 1 bestselling series for girls aged 5 and up. Kirsty and Rachel are very excited to be going to the Wetherbury Storytelling Festival! But when mean Jack Frost steals the Storybook Fairies'' magical objects, all the stories start getting mixed up. Can the girls help their fairy friends put things right? ''These stories are magic; they turn children into readers!'' ReadingZone.com Read all four fairy adventures in the Storybook Fairies set! Elle the Thumbelina Fairy; Mariana the Goldilocks Fairy; Rosalie the Rapunzel Fairy; Ruth the Red Riding Hood Fairy. If you like Rainbow Magic, check out Daisy Meadows'' other series: Magic Animal Friends and Unicorn Magic!

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The Fate of a King - K. M. Ashman

The king is dead. The fight to replace him begins...1066 dawns on a fractious England. The death of Edward the Confessor has set in motion a chain of events that can no longer be stopped.In London, Harold Godwinson, anointed king by Edward on his deathbed, girds the nation for war.Across the channel in Normandy, Duke William prepares his invasion fleet to sail, supported by Harald’s treacherous brother, Tostig, who has promised to help William strike at the very heart of England.Battle shall be joined in Hastings, and the future of the country decided with sword, lance and bow.K. M. Ashman delivers the epic showpiece finale to the Road to Hastings trilogy, perfect for fans of Conn Iggulden and David Gilman.

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Wear the Damn Mask - Rick Hendrix, Shane Jordan, Izzy the Frenchie

From the feisty and fabulous “Joan Rivers of the pet influencer community” (Paper Magazine), beloved social media star and canine fashion icon Izzy the Frenchie wittily explains why it’s so important we all wear face masks to battle COVID-19. French bulldog and doggy celebrity Izzy loves going out and about just like the rest of us, but she also knows how important it is to be stylish and safe. In Wear the Damn Mask, the four-legged “sassy fashion lover” (Vogue) shows how you can effortlessly be both. Featuring endearing and funny photos of Izzy accompanied by cheeky words of wisdom on when to wear your mask and how to properly social distance, Wear the Damn Mask is a laugh-out-loud, clever read that will help prevent COVID-19 from literally going to the dogs.

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Domino Fats: The Album - CD (4260494433241)

Hudební CD - Fast Domino a jeho výběr. 24. října 2017 Fats Domino zemřel. Časopis Rolling Stone ho uvádí na 25. místě ze 100 největších hudebníků všech dob. Fats Domino je rockovou legendou jako Little Richard a Chuck Berry. Seznam stop CD 1 / Blueberry hill / I'm walkin' / I'm in love again / Blue monday / :Ain't that a shame / Be my guest / Let the four winds blow / Whole lotta lovin' / Poor me / My girl josephine / I want to walk you home / I'm ready / All by myself / It's you i love / Valley of tears / Going to the river / Don't deceive me / Troubles of my own / CD 2 / I love her / La la / Goin' home / You done me wrong / Reeling and rocking / Careless love / What's the reason i'm not pleasin' you / The fat man's hop / If you need me / Don't you know i love you / Trust in me / So long / The fat man / Sheik of araby (live) / Your cheatin' hear / Another mule (live)

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The Elephant Girl - James Patterson, Ellen Banda-Aaku, Sophia Krevoy

Jama is a clever and sensitive young Maasai girl who likes elephants better than people.She decides to escape the classroom gossip about the new boy, Leku, by going to the watering hole outside her village. There, she befriends a baby elephant that she names Mbegu.When Mbegu's mother, frightened by poachers, stampedes, Jama and Mbegu are blamed for two deaths - one elephant and one human. Now Leku, whose mysterious and imposing father is the head ranger at the conservancy, may be their only lifeline.A beautiful, heart-pounding story of a girl, an elephant, and their life-changing friendship.

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Pavlo Gets the Grumps - Natalia Shaloshvili

A book-shaped hug that we all need on a day when everything just feels BLAH.Pavlo does not feel like going to the park. Not today.He does not want to go swimming.He even says no to the cinema.What''s going on, Pavlo?Pavlo''s got the grumps.This comforting picture book takes a look at bad days and big emotions, and reminds us that we all have grumpy days sometimes but no feeling lasts forever.Natalia Shaloshvili''s expressive illustrations are sad and funny at the same time, reassuring little ones that we are loved by our family and friends even when we''re not our happiest selves.Pavlo guides young children on their emotional learning journey and shows how joy is always just around the corner.

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Zoe's Rescue Zoo: The Messy Meerkat - Amelia Cobb

Zoe loves living at her uncle's rescue zoo because there's always something exciting going on. She can actually TALK to the animals!Max the meerkat loves to dig tunnels and go exploring, and so do his baby brothers and sisters! With the big treasure hunt coming up, can Zoe find a way to keep the messy meerkat family out of trouble?

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What's Inside the Suitcase? - Hannah Eliot

Lift the flaps in this suitcase-shaped board book to see what each animal has packed—and then guess their destination! A perfect on-the-go book for summer vacations!It’s vacation time! Check out what’s inside each animal’s suitcase. A cat with furscreen and a cow with a space helmet? Could they be going to the beach—or even the moon? Readers will love lifting the flaps in this funny board book that’s perfect for little travelers!

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Pavlo Gets the Grumps - Natalia Shaloshvili

A book-shaped hug that we all need on a day when everything just feels BLAH.Pavlo does not feel like going to the park. Not today.He does not want to go swimming.He even says no to the cinema.What''s going on, Pavlo?Pavlo''s got the grumps.This comforting picture book takes a look at bad days and big emotions, and reminds us that we all have grumpy days sometimes but no feeling lasts forever.Natalia Shaloshvili''s expressive illustrations are sad and funny at the same time, reassuring little ones that we are loved by our family and friends even when we''re not our happiest selves. Pavlo guides young children on their emotional learning journey and shows how joy is always just around the corner.

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