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SHORTLISTED FOR THE CUNDILL HISTORY PRIZE 2020 AND THE RUNCIMAN AWARD 2021A FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR The best history of Greece around... Beautifully written and packed with insights about the culture and the people. I will be dipping into this book for the rest of my life Victoria HislopWe think we know ancient Greece, the civilisation that shares the same name and gave us just about everything that defines western culture today, in the arts, sciences, social sciences and politics. Yet, as Greece has been brought under repeated scrutiny during the financial crises that have convulsed the country since 2010, worldwide coverage has revealed just how poorly we grasp the modern nation. This book sets out to understand the modern Greeks on their own terms.How did Greece come to be so powerfully attached to the legacy of the ancients in the first place, and then define an identity for themselves that is at once Greek and modern? This book reveals the remarkable achievement, during the last 300 years, of building a modern nation on, sometimes literally, the ruins of a vanished civilisation. This is the story of the Greek nation-state but also, and perhaps more fundamentally, of the collective identity that goes with it. It is not only a history of events and high politics, it is also a history of culture, of the arts, of people and of ideas.

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â ˜Monumental . . . A wonderful book.â ™ Peter Frankopanâ ˜Magisterial . . . remarkable.â ™ Guardianâ ˜Erudite and highly readable . . . An authoritative guide to the countless ways in which Greek words and ideas have shaped the modern world.â ™ Financial TimesThe Greeks is a story which takes us from the archaeological treasures of the Bronze Age Aegean and myths of gods and heroes, to the politics of the European Union today. It is a story of inventions, such as the alphabet, philosophy and science, but also of reinvention: of cultures which merged and multiplied, and adapted to catastrophic change. It is the epic, revelatory history of the Greek-speaking people and their global impact told as never before.

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Every new Agatha Raisin escapade is a total joy ASHLEY JENSEN No wonder she s been crowned Queen of Cosy Crime MAIL ON SUNDAY A Beaton novel is like The Archers on speed DAILY MAIL The detective novels of M C Beaton have reached cult status THE TIMES Irresistible, unputdownable, a joy ANNE ROBINSONAgatha Raisin returns for her 30th adventure . . . _____________When private detective Agatha Raisin comes across a severed leg in a roadside hedge, it looks like she is about to become involved in a particularly gruesome murder. Looks, however, can be deceiving, as Agatha discovers when she is employed to investigate a case of industrial espionage at a factory where nothing is quite what it seems.The factory mystery soon turns to murder and a bad-tempered donkey turns Agatha into a national celebrity, before bringing her ridicule and shame. To add to her woes, Agatha finds herself grappling with growing feelings for her friend and occasional lover, Sir Charles Fraith. Then, as a possible solution to the factory murder unfolds, her own life is thrown into deadly peril. Will Agatha get her man at last? Or will the killer get her first? _____________Praise for M. C. Beaton s Agatha Raisin series The detective novels of M C Beaton, a master of outrageous black comedy, have reached cult status The Times A Beaton novel is like The Archers on speed Daily Mail Agatha is like Miss Marple with a drinking problem, a pack-a-day habit and major man lust. In fact, I think she could be living my dream life Entertainment Weekly Agatha Raisin is sharp, witty, hugely intelligent, unfailingly entertaining. . . M C Beaton has created a new national treasure... the stories zing along and are irresistible, unputdownable, a joy. If you buy one book a year, let it be this. Agatha Raisin is The Strongest Link Anne Robinson M. C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem Publishers Weekly Being a cranky, middle-aged female myself, I found Agatha charming! Amazon customer review [Agatha] is a glorious cross between Miss Marple, Auntie Mame, and Lucille Ball, with a tad of pit bull tossed in. She s wonderful St. Petersburg Times Anyone interested in . . . intelligent, amusing reading will want to make the acquaintance of Mrs. Agatha Raisin Atlanta Journal-Constitution Few things in life are more satisfying than to discover a brand-new Agatha Raisin mystery Tampa Tribune-Times Beaton has a winner in the irrepressible, romance-hungry Agatha Chicago Sun-Times

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Now a USA Today and Publishers Weekly bestseller! How do you REALLY get accepted to Harvard, Yale, and the Ivy League? Told from the fresh and personal perspective of 26-year-old Crimson Education CEO and Harvard, Stanford, and Oxford graduate Jamie Beaton, Accepted! is an honest and practical guide on beating the odds and getting into Ivy League and other elite schools ⠓ the smart way. Beaton takes you behind the doors of the world s top college admissions offices, revealing the highly strategic selection processes applied by institutions whose reputations depend on the number of students they admit, or more pointedly, the tens of thousands that they don t. In Accepted!, Beaton delivers the ultimate insider how to and disrupts cliched admissions advice with savvy strategies like: Moneyballing the university rankings and increasing your chances of admissionClass spamming your way to academic supremacy and acceptancePlaying the early application dating game and understanding how institutions are using it to their reputational advantage Packed with real-life examples from the thousands of students Beaton has helped land a spot at Harvard, Stanford, and other esteemed universities, Accepted! is a never-before assembled culmination of secrets, insights, and application strategies guaranteed to maximize your chances of getting in to the school of your choice. From ambitious students and their supportive parents to academic advisors and admissions professionals, Accepted! is the must-read guide to demystifying the often-convoluted and increasingly competitive world of elite college admissions.

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Stropní svítidlo GLOBO RODERICK 48443-55 – Moderní design a maximální funkčnostStropní svítidlo GLOBO RODERICK 48443-55 je ideální volbou pro milovníky moderního interiérového designu, kteří hledají elegantní vzhled, vysokou kvalitu a maximální komfort při ovládání osvětlení. Kombinace bílého kovu, chromových detailů a opálového akrylu podtrhuje minimalistickou estetiku, která vynikne jak v obýváku, tak v pracovně či ložnici.Výjimečné vlastnosti svítidla RODERICK Stmívatelné a dálkově ovládané: Plynulá regulace intenzity světla a možnost změny barevné teploty (3000–6000K) pomocí dálkového ovladače. Paměťová funkce a noční světlo: Svítidlo si pamatuje poslední nastavení, obsahuje režim jemného nočního svícení pro pohodovou atmosféru. Fixace barvy světla: Jednoduché přepínání mezi teplým, neutrálním a studeným odstínem dle potřeby vašeho prostoru. Energeticky úsporná LED technologie: Výkon 55W s vysokým světelným tokem 3600 lumenů zajišťuje dostatečné osvětlení i větších místností. Moderní geometrický design: Originální tvar zvýrazní osobitost každého interiéru.Technické parametry Rozměry: 650 × 440 × 60 mm (š × d × v) Materiál: kov / akryl Barva: bílá, opál, chrom Světelný zdroj: 1x LED 55W, součástí balení Světelný tok: 3600 lm (výstup) / 7700 lm (zdroj) Barevná teplota: 3000–6000K (nastavitelná) Napětí: 230 V Ochrana: IP20 Stmívatelnost: ano (dálkové ovládání v balení) Noční světlo: ano Paměťová funkce: anoTrust badges garance Životnost LED: 30 000 hodin Záruka: 2 roky Certifikace: CE Energetická úspornost: moderní LED technologieDoporučení architektaSvítidlo GLOBO RODERICK doporučuji pro prostorné obývací pokoje, otevřené kuchyně, ale i moderní kanceláře. Jeho úroveň osvětlení a možnost ladit teplotu světla z něj činí univerzální svítidlo, které vždy přizpůsobíte aktuální atmosféře. Pro harmonický výsledek doporučuji kombinovat s dalšími svítidly z kolekce RODERICK.FAQ – Často kladené otázky Lze svítidlo ovládat i bez dálkového ovladače? Ano, základní funkce (zapnutí/vypnutí) lze ovládat klasickým vypínačem, pro plné využití funkcí (stmívání, změna barvy, noční režim) je potřeba dálkový ovladač, který je součástí balení. Je světelný zdroj vyměnitelný? LED modul je integrovaný a navržený s vysokou životností (až 30 000 h), při běžném používání tak není nutná výměna po mnoho let.Objevte moderní osvětlení, které se přizpůsobí vašemu životnímu stylu a povznese váš interiér na novou úroveň!

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An exceptionally beautiful book Carmen Maria Machado, author of In the Dream HouseBefore there was Kate Beaton, New York Times bestselling cartoonist of Hark A Vagrant, there was Katie Beaton of the Cape Breton Beatons, a tight-knit seaside community. After university, Katie heads out west to take advantage of Alberta s oil rush, part of the long tradition of East Coast Canadians who seek gainful employment elsewhere when they can t find it in the homeland they love so much. With the singular goal of paying off her student loans, what the journey will actually cost Katie will be far more than she anticipates.Arriving in Fort McMurray, Katie finds work in the lucrative camps owned and operated by the world s largest oil companies. As one of the few women among thousands of men, the culture shock is palpable. It does not hit home until she moves to a spartan, isolated worksite for higher pay.Katie encounters the harsh reality of life in the oil sands where trauma is an everyday occurrence yet never discussed. For young Katie, her wounds may never heal. Beaton s natural cartooning prowess is on full display as she draws colossal machinery and mammoth vehicles set against a sublime Albertan backdrop of wildlife, Northern Lights, and Rocky Mountains.Her first full length graphic narrative, Ducks: Two Years in the Oil Sands is an untold story of Canada: a country that prides itself on its egalitarian ethos and natural beauty while simultaneously exploiting both the riches of its land and the humanity of its people.

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All Sergeant Hamish Macbeth ever wants is a quiet life in the tranquil surroundings of Lochdubh, his home village in the Scottish Highlands. Although the area he polices is vast, he s happiest when he s working alone, yet the police authorities insist he has an assistant. In the past, they have supplied a variety of problematic misfits, but they surpass themselves with their latest effort - an American named James Bland. Having met Bland previously, when he was left in no doubt that the American led a life coloured by secrets and skulduggery, Hamish isn t surprised when he discovers the real motive behind Bland s police secondment involves him in helping track down a spy ring, some members of which have met grisly ends. That investigation tears Hamish away from Lochdubh at a time when the village is suffering a disturbing spate of increasingly violent burglaries. The identity of the burglar, however, is a perplexing mystery. All of that blows Hamish s quiet life out the window and puts a serious strain on his relationship with female paramedic, Claire. Can Hamish cope with the murky world of espionage, seek out the spies before anyone else is murdered, capture the Lochdubh burglar before his nocturnal rampage runs out of control and rescue his sadly neglected love life? Only time will tell... Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series: This Hamish Macbeth novel maintains Beaton s distinctive voice and includes the usual village eccentrics, loads of Scottish lore, and the light humor that Beaton fans have loved through the years. . . A definite purchase for all mystery collections Starred Review, Library Journal Unmissable! Peterborough Telegraph First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere. Booklist It s always a treat to return to Lochdubh. New York Times Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area s natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour. Library Journal Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying. Publishers Weekly

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A missing person report is not usually something that Hamish Macbeth sees as cause for undue distress.Should a child or a vulnerable person vanish, it s an urgent matter that needs to be treated seriously, but in Macbeth s experience, most other people who go missing tend to turn up again before long. So when Kate Hibbert disappears after having last been seen struggling along the road with a heavy suitcase, he is convinced she has gone travelling and reluctantly goes through the motions of investigating.Interviewing those who were closest to her, Macbeth is perplexed by their apparent lack of concern but sees no reason to suspect foul play. When Hibbert does eventually resurface, however, a storm of lies, intrigue and scandal threatens Macbeth s tranquil village of Lochdubh.Torn between loyalty to his local community and his responsibilities as a police officer, he begins threading his way through a maze of deceit, quickly finding himself on the trail of a ruthless, treacherous murderer. If he catches the killer, peace can return to the village. If he fails, he will lose everything - his job, his home and the life he so loves in Lochdubh.Praise of Death of a Green-Eyed Monster: This Hamish Macbeth novel maintains Beaton s distinctive voice and includes the usual village eccentrics, loads of Scottish lore, and the light humor that Beaton fans have loved through the years. . . A definite purchase for all mystery collections Starred Review, Library Journal Unmissable! Peterborough TelegraphPraise for the Hamish Macbeth series: First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere. Booklist It s always a treat to return to Lochdubh. New York Times Readers will enjoy the quirks and unique qualities of the cast ... Beaton catches the beauty of the area s natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour. Library Journal Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying. Publishers Weekly

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Yuletide overindulgence on the poison front . . .During the dark, grey days of early December Agatha is obsessed by two things - the looming festivities, and her ex, James Lacey. In order to drive the latter from her thoughts, Agatha concentrates on planning the perfect Christmas for her friends.Even the murder of a Mrs Tamworthy, poisoned with hemlock, does little to distract her and yet it should, as Mrs Tamworthy had written to Agatha, telling her that one of her family wanted to see her dead before the year was out. So slightly guiltily (and belatedly), Agatha sets out to solve the case before the 25th rolls around . . .Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: M.C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem Publishers Weekly The detective novels of M.C. Beaton, a master of outrageous black comedy, have reached cult status The Times Agatha Raisin is sharp, witty, hugely intelligent, unfailingly entertaining, delightfully intolerant and oh so magnificently non PC. M.C. Beaton has created a new national treasure Anne Robinson

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Stropní svítidlo GLOBO RODERICK 48441-50 – Moderní LED osvětlení s důrazem na komfort a designStropní svítidlo GLOBO RODERICK 48441-50 přináší do vašeho interiéru dokonalou souhru moderní technologie, funkčnosti a estetického designu. Kombinace bílého kovu, chromu a kvalitního opálového akrylu v čtvercovém provedení vytváří výrazný vizuální prvek, který zaujme v každém prostoru – od obývacího pokoje, přes jídelnu až po reprezentativní kanceláře.Hlavní přednosti a funkce Stmívatelné LED osvětlení s možností regulace intenzity podle vaší nálady či potřeby. Variabilní barevná teplota 3000–6000 K – od teplého po studené bílé světlo, ideální pro různé denní situace. Pohodlí díky dálkovému ovládání – veškeré funkce snadno nastavíte z pohodlí křesla. Paměťová funkce – světlo si pamatuje poslední zvolený režim. Noční světlo – jemné osvětlení na večery a noční orientaci. Fixace barev – možnost nastavit a uchovat oblíbenou barvu světla. Výjimečný světelný výkon – světelný tok 3400 lm zajišťuje dostatek světla i pro větší místnosti. Energeticky úsporná LED technologie, dlouhá životnost a minimální údržba.Technické parametry Rozměry: 500 × 500 × 60 mm Příkon: 50 W (integrovaný LED zdroj součástí) Světelný tok: 3400 lm Barva světla: 3000–6000 K (nastavitelná) Napětí: 230 V Materiál: kov / akryl Barva: bílá / opál Ochrana: IP20 (vhodné do interiéru)Inspirace a doporučení pro využitíSvítidlo GLOBO RODERICK je ideální volbou pro moderní interiéry, kde oceníte minimalistický design i komfortní ovládání. Díky širokému rozptylu světla a možnosti přizpůsobit barvu i intenzitu osvětlení plně vyhoví jak rodinnému stolování, tak relaxaci či práci. Doporučujeme kombinovat s dalšími svítidly této série pro ucelený designový dojem vašeho domova.Trust badges garance Životnost LED: až 30 000 hodin Záruka: 2 roky Certifikace: CE, RoHSČasto kladené otázky (FAQ) Lze svítidlo ovládat i bez dálkového ovladače? Ano, základní zapnutí/vypnutí je možné běžným vypínačem, avšak pokročilé funkce (stmívání, změna teploty světla, paměť) vyžadují dálkové ovládání. Je třeba dokupovat žárovky? Ne, LED zdroj je součástí svítidla a není potřeba jej dokupovat.Objevte komfort a styl v jednom – GLOBO RODERICK 48441-50 je synonymem moderního osvětlení pro váš domov.

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Roderick Random (1748), Smollett s first novel, is full of the dazzling vitality characteristics of all his work, as well as of his own life. Roderick is the boisterous and unprincipled hero who answers life s many misfortunes with a sledgehammer. Left penniless, he leaves his native Scotland for London and on the way meets Strap, and old schoolfellow. Together they undergo many adventures at the hands of scoundrels and rogues. Roderick qualifies as a surgeon s mate and is pressed as a common soldier on bord the man-of-war Thunder. In a tale of romance as well as adventure, Roderick also finds time to fall in love... Smollett drew on his own experiences as a surgeon s mate in the navy for the memorable scenes on board ship, and the novel combines documentary realism with great humour and panache. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.

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Spins tales like Aisling Bea, has the hair and strength of Pippi Longstocking, and the punk edge of Debbie Harry. Do I want a Cally Beaton rebrand? Hell yeah. - Sally Phillips This is the best writing by Mrs Beaton since that cookbook - Sandi Toksvig A charming, witty guidebook for anyone who s ever felt like an invisible imposter - Deborah Frances-WhitePart memoir, part stereotype-defying manifesto, Namaste Motherf*ckers is a funny, empowering, practical book that takes an irreverent look at the author s own story of radical midlife reinvention - taking her from meetings in the boardroom to becoming a stand-up comedian - thanks to a chance conversation with the late, great Joan Rivers encouraging her to make change happen.Sharing stories and experiences from her career, alongside lessons learned from the many celebrities and experts that have guested on her hit podcast of the same name, Cally challenges at every turn the age-old narrative that women become invisible when they cease to be fertile. It s also a book about defying the bullsh*t expectation that midlife women at best maintain (looks, career, relationships), at worst decline. With ambitious thinking and personal development takeouts from her time as a coach, Cally debunks many of the myths surrounding the female of the species and gives a fresh, funny and life-affirming look at what it means to be a middle-aged woman who is willing to take a chance, put herself out there and who is also willing to fail.

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A virtuoso in capturing beauty, glamour, and star power, Cecil Beaton was an extraordinary force in the 20th century British and American creative scenes. Renowned as a photographer, fashion illustrator, costume designer and decorated writer, Beatonâ ™s impact spans the worlds of fashion, photography, and design. Cecil Beatonâ ™s Fashionable World is a captivating journey through Cecil Beatonâ ™s photographs from 1922 to 1955, where glamour, resilience, and creativity converge to define an era that continues to captivate audiences today. Cecil Beaton (1904â “1980) was an extraordinary force in the 20th century British and American creative scenes. Renowned as a fashion illustrator, Oscar winning costume designer, social caricaturist, essayist, and decorated writer, Beatonâ ™s impact spans the worlds of fashion, photography, and design. This publication will delve into the core of his career, focusing on his key influential contributions to fashion, a realm where he initially garnered acclaim. The publication accompanies the exhibition of the same name which opens at the National Portrait Gallery, London, in October 2025. A virtuoso in capturing beauty, glamour, and star power, Beatonâ ™s lens portrayed everyone of consequence in the interwar and early post-war eras. This book spotlights his ground-breaking fashion work, a pivotal aspect of his career that laid the foundation for his later successes. From his early snapshots of the Bright Young Things in the 1920s to becoming the star photographer of British Vogue by the age of 24, Beatonâ ™s journey through High Society, which takes him from London to Paris, capital of the fashion world, and to New York and Hollywood, is documented in a chronological exploration of his most triumphant years, culminating in his Oscar winning designs for My Fair Lady.

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No wonder she s been crowned Queen of Cosy Crime Mail on SundayHe was a vicar to die for - and he did!Agatha is going through a man-hating phase and so is unmoved by news of the captivating new curate. But when she meets the golden-haired, blue-eyed Tristan Delon, she is swept off her feet . . . along with every other female in the village. She is positively ecstatic when he invites her to dine with him but the next day Agatha is left with a hangover from hell - and his cold corpse suggests that, once again, she s in the frame for murder!Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: Sharp, witty, hugely intelligent, unfailingly entertaining, delightfully intolerant and oh so magnificently non-PC, M.C. Beaton has created a national treasure Anne Robinson M.C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem Publishers Weekly The Miss Marple-like Raisin is a refreshing, sensible, wonderfully eccentric, thoroughly likeable heroine Booklist

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Love, like hell, is a four-letter word for Agatha . . . No happily ever after for her! Recently married to neighbour James Lacey, Agatha quickly finds that love is not all it s cracked up to be - soon the newly-weds are living in separate cottages and accusing each other of infidelity. Then, after a fight down the local pub, James vanishes - a bloodstain the only clue to his fate. Naturally, Agatha is Suspect Number One. Determined to clear her name - and find her husband - Agatha begins her investigation and promptly discovers a murdered mistress . . .Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: Sharp, witty, hugely intelligent, unfailingly entertaining, delightfully intolerant and oh so magnificently non-PC, M.C. Beaton has created a national treasure Anne Robinson M.C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem Publishers Weekly The Miss Marple-like Raisin is a refreshing, sensible, wonderfully eccentric, thoroughly likeable heroine Booklist

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An unexpected hike to the Other Side . . . After time away, Agatha Raisin returns to her beloved Cotswold village of Carsely - and to her handsome neighbour, James Lacey. True, James seems less than thrilled to see her, but Agatha is soon distracted by a sensational murder. The victim, found in a field, is young hiker Jessica Tartinck, who spent her life enraging landowners by insisting on her right to roam. Hope springs eternal in Agatha s breast as she lures the reluctant James into her investigation. There are so many leads to follow, for Jessica s fellow walkers - not to mention the landowners - all seem able to commit murder. Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: M. C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem. Publishers Weekly The detective novels of M. C. Beaton, a master of outrageous black comedy, have reached cult status. The Times Being a cranky, middle-aged female myself, I found Agatha charming! Amazon customer review I dream of being able to speak out like Aggie . . . she s a heroine! A. Lucas, Essex, reader review

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Roderick Floud s ground-breaking study of the history, money, places and personalities involved in British gardens over the past 350 years gives fascinating insight into why gardening is part of this country s soul. Michael Heseltine, Deputy Prime Minister (1996-1997) Thousands of books have been written about the history of British gardens but Roderick Floud, one of Britain s most distinguished economic historians, asks new and important questions: how much did gardens cost to build and maintain, and where did the money come from? Superbly researched, it is full of information which will surprise both economists and gardeners. The book is fun as well as edifying: Floud shows us gardens grand and humble, and introduces us gardeners, plantsmen and technologies in wonderful varieties. Jane Humphries, Centennial Professor, London School of EconomicsAt least since the seventeenth century, most of the English population have been unable to stop making, improving and dreaming of gardens. Yet in all the thousands of books about them, this is the first to address seriously the question of how much gardens and gardening have cost, and to work out the place of gardens in the economic, as well as the horticultural, life of the nation. It is a new kind of gardening history.Beginning with the Restoration of Charles II in 1660, Roderick Floud describes the role of the monarchy and central and local government in creating gardens, as well as that of the (generally aristocratic or plutocratic) builders of the great gardens of Stuart, Georgian and Victorian England. He considers the designers of these gardens as both artists and businessmen - often earning enormous sums by modern standards, matched by the nurserymen and plant collectors who supplied their plants. He uncovers the lives and rewards of working gardeners, the domestic gardens that came with the growth of suburbs and the impact of gardening on technical developments from man-made lakes to central heating.AN ECONOMIC HISTORY OF THE ENGLISH GARDEN shows the extraordinary commitment of money as well as time that the English have made to gardens and gardening over three and a half centuries. It reveals the connections of our gardens to the re-establishment of the English monarchy, the national debt, transport during the Industrial Revolution, the new industries of steam, glass and iron, and the built environment that is now all around us. It is a fresh perspective on the history of England and will open the eyes of gardeners - and garden visitors - to an unexpected dimension of what they do.

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This journey, of course, is not without its challenges . . . And yet facing those challenges also lends enchantment to the journey. Join Professor Roderick Strange as he presents the core doctrine of the Catholic faith in a warm and accessible way. Using the liturgical calendar as a roadmap for the journey, Roderick invites us to follow Jesus of Nazareth from Advent through the Church s festivals to Pentecost. Through meditative reflection and powerful personal anecdotes, Journey into Light is the perfect introduction for those new to the Catholic faith.

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Clear. Understandable. Carefully organized. Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar by William D. Mounce is the standard textbook for colleges and seminaries. Since its initial publication in 1993 its integrated approach has helped more than 250,000 students learn New Testament Greek.The fourth edition of Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar has been updated throughout based on continuing feedback from professors, students, self-learners, and homeschoolers, making it even more effective for today s students. Other improvements have been made based on recent developments in scholarship.The key to the effectiveness of Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar in helping students learn is in how it introduces them to the language. Students learn about the features of the Greek language in a logical order, with each lesson building upon the one before it. Unnecessary obstacles that discourage students and hinder progress are removed, such as rote memorization of endless verbal paradigms. Instead, students receive encouragement along the way to assure them they are making the necessary progress. Detailed discussions are also included at key junctures to help students grasp important concepts.By the time students have worked their way through Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar they will have learned:The Greek AlphabetVocabulary for words occurring 50 times or more in the Greek New TestamentThe Greek noun systemThe Greek verbal system, including indicative and nonindicative verbs, and participlesA robust suite of learning aids is available for purchase to be used alongside the textbook to help students excel in their studies. These include a workbook, video lectures for each chapter featuring the author, flashcards keyed to vocabulary in each chapter, a laminated quick study sheet with key concepts, and audio of the vocabulary for each chapter to aid in acquisition.

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With crystal-clear waters, picturesque villages and legendary historic sites, the Greek islands offer irresistible escapes in abundance and endless sun-dappled days.Make the most of your trip to this ancient archipelago with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the best that the Greek Islands offer and ensuring you don t miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable, the perfect companion while out and about.Inside you ll find:-Top 10 lists of the Greek Islands must-sees, including Corfu Old Town, classical Crete, the magical Évvia and the beaches of Delos-The Greek Islands most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping-Themed lists, including Myths and Legends, Picturesque Villages, Greek Dishes, Secluded Beaches and much more-Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week-A laminated pull-out map of the Greek Islands, plus seven full-colour area mapsDK Eyewitness Top 10s have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 2002.Looking for more on Greece s culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness Greek Islands or DK Eyewitness Greece.

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This fully illustrated study examines the German, Italian and Bulgarian occupation forces in Greece during 1941â “44 as well as those of the two Greek Resistance organizations. Italyâ ™s failed invasion of Greece in 1940â “41 led to the German invasion of Yugoslavia in spring 1941 being extended into Greece, and, after the fall of Athens and Crete in April and May, the division of the country under German, Italian and Bulgarian occupation. The royal government and Army survivors withdrew to British-ruled Egypt, but at home resistance organizations of differing political character soon sprang up, forming guerrilla forces that exploited Greeceâ ™s rugged terrain and limited communications. The strongest resistance force was the Communist-dominated National Liberation Front (EAM) with its partisan Greek Popular Army (ELAS). Agents of the Western Allied powers had only brief success in mediating cooperation between the mutually hostile EAM/ELAS, and the National Republican Greek League (EDES) with its EOEA. Foreshadowing the Greek Civil War that would follow liberation, ELAS and EOEA clashed, in the background to their separate operations against the Axis occupiers.Drawing upon a wide range of sources, Phoebus Athanassiou charts the development of the fighting in occupied Greece: a struggle as ferocious as that fought in neighbouring Yugoslavia, which cost both the resistance and the Axis forces some 15,000 men killed.

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Whether you plan to watch the sun sink behind the marble columns of the Parthenon in Athens, visit iconic archaeological sites such as Delphi and Olympia, or simply soak up the sun on the sandy beaches of Halkidikí, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that mainland Greece has to offer.World-class museums and archaeological sites may be the first things that come to mind when you think of Greece, but there are things both old and new to explore. Take Europe s oldest city, for example: Athens has a youthful energy and buzzing nightlife, where upmarket restaurants stand alongside traditional grill eateries and old-school ouzeris jostle with the trendy cocktail bars of up-and-coming urban neighbourhoods. Meanwhile, Thessaloniki, Greece s second-largest city, awes visitors with its Byzantine churches and vibrant contemporary art scene.You ll discover:-Our pick of Greece s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems-The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay-Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the country easy-Easy-to-follow itineraries-Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe-Colour-coded chapters to every part of Greece, from Central Athens North to Central Athens South, The Peloponnese to Northern Greece-A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goOur updated guide brings Greece to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.Touring the Islands? Try our DK Eyewitness Greek Islands. Want the best of Athens in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Athens.

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Lonely Planet s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Greece.Discover Greece s most popular experiences and best kept secrets from village-hopping on Tinos to discover some of the best regional food and tavernas, to sailing to Delos to marvel at ancient wonders, and swimming under waterfalls on the beautiful island of Samos.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet s Greece travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that s easy to use so you can navigate Greece effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of AthensGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from The Acropolis to Ancient Mycenae and Spinalonga IslandEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Greek culturethrough stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Athens; Peloponnese; Central Greece; Northern Greece; Saronic Gulf Islands; Cyclades; Crete; Dodecanese; Northeastern Aegean Islands; The Sporades Evia; Ionian Islands Create a trip that s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet s Greece.

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Make your trip to the Greek Islands extraordinaryWatching the sun set from the iconic cliffs of Santorini. The first bite of gyros at a seaside taverna. Days spent beside picture-perfect beaches. The Greek Islands offer enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion.Our updated guide brings the Greek Islands to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the regionâ ™s buildings and neighbourhoods.You ll discover:- our pick of the Greek Islandsâ ™s must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of the Greek Islands- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe- colour-coded chapters to each part of the Greek Islands- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goWant the best of the Greek Islands in your pocket? Try Top 10 Greek Islands.

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This book is for everyone who loves a Greek holiday or dreams of visiting one of the islands.Greek food is one of the most loved and recognised cuisines around the world. Packed with the tastes and memories of sunshine and holidays, it produces big flavours using only the freshest ingredients. It s plentiful yet healthy, with the added delight of conjuring up images of the most magical places in the world - the Greek islands! Eating these dishes at home will instantly transport you to a beach-side taverna enjoying lunch al fresco under an ancient olive tree.In her new book, Greek chef and food writer Carolina Doriti showcases Mediterranean food with a unique focus on the Greek islands. Alongside stunning photography, her recipes will inspire you to recreate some Greek holiday magic in your own kitchen. What are you waiting for! Throw open the windows, let the breeze in and bring some of these Greek classics into your kitchen:- Fluffy pancakes drizzled with honey and sprinkled with walnuts - Melon, feta and mint salad - Barbecue pork souvlaki with pita bread - Artichoke bake - Langoustines with courgettes - Greece s famous Freddo coffee

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Šipky - typ steel, hmotnost 24 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Chystáte se na šipkařský turnaj? Pak vás zajisté nadchnou šipky Winmau Šipky z kategorie steeltip jsou vybaveny ocelovým hrotem, jenž můžete využívat pro klasické terče ze sisalových vláken. Jestliže se vám otupí hrot, můžete mu navrátil ostrost obroušením. Tělo šipky, k jehož výrobě byl použit wolfram, je vhodné i pro nejnáročnější hráče, kteří díky němu vítězí na turnaji nad ostatními. Šipky dokáží ocenit nejen pokročilí, ale i profesionální hráči. V balení máte k dispozici 3 ks šipky, přičemž každý kus váží 24 g. Díky elegantnímu vzhledu pak budete mít pocit neporazitelnosti. Zásadní funkce produktu Šipky Winmau steel Steve Beaton 24g, special edition, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro ty, kteří milují šipkové turnaje Ocelový hrot (steeltip) Wolframové tělo šipky potěší i ty nejnáročnější hráče Hodí se pro pokročilé a profesionální hráče V balení očekávejte 3 ks šipky Šipka...

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Šipky - typ soft, hmotnost 22 g, určené pro elektronický, sisalový, papírový a plastový terč, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Přejete si být při šipkařském turnaji tím nejlepším hráčem? V tom případě vás potěší šipky Winmau, které se dodávají s plastovým hrotem typu softip. Pokud se poškodí hrot, můžete jej po odšroubování vyměnit za nový. Tělo šipky, k jehož výrobě se používá wolfram, ocení i ti nejnáročnější hráči, kteří se tak ve velkých turnajích mohou postavit i proti profesionálům. Je potřeba myslet na to, že produkt se hodí výhradně pro elektronický, sisalový, papírový a plastový terč. Se šipkami budou vyhrávat jak pokročilí, tak profíci. Balení nabízí 3 ks šipky, přičemž hmotnost každé z nich dosahuje 22 g. K pocitu neporazitelnosti a sebedůvěry pak přispívá i moderní design. Stěžejní vlastnosti produktu Šipky Winmau soft Steve Beaton 22g, special edition, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro ty, jež si oblíbili šipkový sport Osazení plastovým...

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Šipky - typ steel, hmotnost 22 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Chcete mít každý šipkařský turnaj pod kontrolou? V tom případě se vám budou hodit šipky Winmau Šipky z kategorie steeltip jsou zhotoveny s ocelovým hrotem, jenž vám poslouží pro klasické terče ze sisalových vláken. Pokud dojde po čase k otupení hrotu, navrátíte mu původní ostrost obroušením. Tělo šipky, jež se vyrábí z wolframu, je určeno i pro ty nejnáročnější hráče, kteří soutěží s těmi nejlepšími na velkých turnajích. Šipky dokáží ocenit nejen pokročilí, ale i profesionální hráči. V balení máte k dispozici 3 ks šipky, přičemž hmotnost každé z nich dosahuje 22 g. Krásný design pak zvyšuje vaši sebedůvěru. Rozhodující funkce produktu Šipky Winmau steel Steve Beaton 22g, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro ty, kteří rádi hrají šipky Ocelový hrot (steeltip) Wolframové tělo šipky ocení i ti nejnáročnější hráči Hodí se pro pokročilé a profesionální hráče V balení očekávejte 3 ks šipky...

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Šipky - typ soft, hmotnost 20 g, materiál: wolfram Chcete si při hře se šipkami pořádně zahrát? Pak vás zajisté nadchne šipka Winmau, jež je vyráběna s plastovým hrotem typu softip. V případě, že dojde k poškození hrotu, jednoduše ho odšroubujete a vyměníte za nový. Tělo šipky, zhotovené z wolframu, si oblíbí i nejnáročnější hráči, kteří díky němu vítězí na turnaji nad ostatními. Pokud jde o hmotnost šipky Winmau, ta se vyšplhala na 20 g. Moderní design vám navíc dodá pocit neporazitelnosti. Rozhodující funkce produktu Winmau Šipky Steve Beaton - 20g Šipka Winmau pro ty, kteří rádi hrají šipky S plastovým hrotem (softip) Tělo šipky z wolframu pro ty nejnáročnější hráče Šipka váží 20 g Precizní provedení a netradiční vzhled šipky Winmau

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Šipky - typ soft, hmotnost 20 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Chystáte se na šipkařský turnaj? V tom případě si oblíbíte šipky Winmau, jež disponují plastovými hroty typu softip. Jestliže dojde k poškození hrotu, lze jej odšroubovat a vyměnit za nový. Tělo šipky, k jehož výrobě posloužil wolfram, ocení i ti nejnáročnější hráči, a tak vám nic nebude bránit postavit se jakémukoliv profíkovi. Se šipkami budou vyhrávat jak ti pokročilejší, tak i profesionální hráči. Balení nabízí 3 ks šipky, přičemž každá z nich disponuje hmotností 20 g. Díky elegantnímu vzhledu pak budete mít pocit neporazitelnosti. Významné parametry produktu Šipky Winmau soft Steve Beaton 20g, special edition, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro ty, kteří rádi hrají šipky Osazení plastovým hrotem (softip) Tělo šipky z wolframu je určeno pro ty nejnáročnější hráče Potěší pokročilé i profesionální hráče Balení obsahuje 3 ks šipky U šipky počítejte s hmotností 20 g Elegantní vzhled a...

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Šipky - typ steel, hmotnost 24 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Toužíte se předvést na šipkařském turnaji? V tom případě se vám budou hodit šipky Winmau Šipky z kategorie steeltip jsou vyráběny s ocelovým hrotem určeným pro klasický terč ze sisalových vláken. Jestliže dojde k otupení hrotu, stačí jej obrousit. Tělo šipky, vytvořené z wolframu, je oblíbené u těch nejnáročnějších hráčů, kteří se nemusí díky němu obávat ani velkých turnajů. Se šipkami si rádi zahrají jak ti pokročilejší, tak i profesionální hráči. V balení dostáváte 3 ks šipky, přičemž každá z nich váží 24 g. Díky modernímu designu se zvýší vaše sebedůvěra. Významné funkce produktu Šipky Winmau steel Steve Beaton 24g, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro ty, kteří milují šipkové turnaje Ocelový hrot (steeltip) Wolframové tělo šipky je ideální pro ty nejnáročnější hráče Ocení ji pokročilí a profesionální hráči V balení očekávejte 3 ks šipky Hmotnost šipky dosahuje 24 g Pěkný a zajímavý...

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Šipky - typ steel, hmotnost 22 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Chcete mít každý šipkařský turnaj pod kontrolou? V tom případě vás potěší šipky Winmau Šipky z kategorie steeltip mají k dispozici ocelový hrot určeným pro klasické terče ze sisalových vláken. Pokud se hrot otupí, je možné jej obrousit, aby byl znovu ostrý. Tělo šipky, na jehož výrobu se používá wolfram, je oblíbené u těch nejnáročnějších hráčů, kteří díky němu vítězí na turnaji nad ostatními. Šipky ocení jak pokročilí, tak profíci. V balení dostanete 3 ks šipky, přičemž každý kus disponuje hmotností 22 g. K pocitu neporazitelnosti a sebedůvěry pak přispívá i moderní design. Základní přednosti produktu Šipky Winmau steel Steve Beaton 22g, special edition, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro vyznavače šipkového sportu Ocelový hrot (steeltip) Wolframové tělo šipky je ideální pro ty nejnáročnější hráče Určené pro pokročilé a profesionální hráče V balení očekávejte 3 ks šipky Hmotnost šipky...

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A beautifully-illustrated book filled with over 30 Ancient Greek Myths for children aged 7-9.Journey into a world of gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, extraordinary creatures and fantastic monsters with this beautifully illustrated introduction to Ancient Greek mythology. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 30 enthralling new retellings of favourite Greek myths as well as some you might not have heard before.Including Theseus and the Minotaur , The 12 Labours of Herakles , and the escapades of Jason and the Argonauts , each myth is told in engaging modern language, which is easy for children to understand yet still retains the humour and intrigue of the original tales. Encourage your children to explore: -Over 30 fascinating Greek myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories-Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder-Stunning gold foil on the cover -A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader s convenience-Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference informationA must-have volume for children aged 7-9 with an interest in Greek mythology and history, the additional feature pages delve deeper into the mythical world, providing profiles of the gods and a map detailing Odysseus long voyage home from the Trojan War. The reference section provides key background information, such as Ancient Greek storytelling and the incredible beasts of the myths, and a handy pronunciation guide. Greek Myths is the perfect gift, featuring stunning gold foil on the cover and beautiful illustrations throughout. Quench your child s curiosity and thirst for knowledge, as they explore the enthralling tales, whether by themselves or to equally be enjoyed as bedtime stories alongside parents.

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Here is a beautiful celebration of those small moments in nature that calm and soothe the soul. Read the gentle text, discover the details in the artwork, and plant a seed that will bloom and grow as your little nature lover discovers nature at its most magical. From bestselling childrenâ ™s book creator, Clare Beaton, each page is beautifully illustrated in paper collage â “ you will find some simple activities at the back of the book along with a glossary of interesting words, too. Treasure these moments in nature together!

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THE PAGE-TURNING NEW MYSTERY IN THE BESTSELLING HAMISH MACBETH SERIES!------------Sergeant Hamish Macbeth is craving peace and quiet. But visitors to his home village of Lochdubh, nestled in the Scottish Highlands, have other ideas...Hamish and the new love in his life, Claire, have holiday plans. But thoughts of rest and relaxation are rudely interrupted by the arrival of a new constable, complete with a surprise, and a secret.Hoping the grand re-opening of his local pub will be a good distraction from Constable Forbes s intrigue, Hamish gets a nasty surprise when he s confronted by a family who have a score to settle with a missing man.Discovering a murdered woman s body puts further pressure on Hamish, especially when he learns that she s linked to the missing man... but who are they, and why were they in Lochdubh? With a host of questions, a growing list of suspects and ever more bewildering circumstances, the arrival of the odious Detective Chief Inspector Blair is truly the last thing Hamish needs. As Hamish s sworn enemy, why is Blair interested in this case?Hamish vows to find the murderer before anyone else falls victim. Never has a quiet life seemed further from his grasp!------------Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series . . . It s always a treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times Unmissable! Peterborough Telegraph First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere Booklist Beaton catches the beauty of the area s natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour Library Journal Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying Publishers Weekly

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The brand new Agatha Raisin mystery from multimillion-selling author M. C. Beaton, the Queen of Cosy Crime, about an eccentric Cotswolds-based detective with an erratic love life and a penchant for G and Ts

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Whether you want to follow in the footsteps of legendary figures at the Minoan palace, swim in the turquoise waters of idyllic Zakynthos bay, or watch the sun set over Corfu from Kaiser s throne, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that the Greek Islands have to offer.The perfect escape, the Greek Islands offer spectacular beaches, crystal-clear seas, and picturesque villages. Though the islands vary greatly in character, they all share delicious cuisine, hospitable locals, and views capable of stealing your breath away.Our updated 2023 guide brings the Greek Islands to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the region s iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. DK Eyewitness Greek Islands is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Greek Islands you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of the Greek Islands must-sees and hidden gems.- Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day.- Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money.- Colour-coded chapters to every part of the Greek Islands, from Athens to Crete, the Dodecanese to the Cyclades.- Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay.- Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently .- Covers: The Ionian Islands, The Argo-Saronic Islands, The Sporádes and Évvia, The Northeast Aegean Islands, The Dodecanese, The Cyclades, Crete, AthensAbout DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

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THE PAGE-TURNING NEW MYSTERY IN THE BESTSELLING HAMISH MACBETH SERIES!------------Sergeant Hamish Macbeth is craving peace and quiet. But visitors to his home village of Lochdubh, nestled in the Scottish Highlands, have other ideas...Hamish and the new love in his life, Claire, have holiday plans. But thoughts of rest and relaxation are rudely interrupted by the arrival of a new constable, complete with a surprise, and a secret.Hoping the grand re-opening of his local pub will be a good distraction from Constable Forbes s intrigue, Hamish gets a nasty surprise when he s confronted by a family who have a score to settle with a missing man.Discovering a murdered woman s body puts further pressure on Hamish, especially when he learns that she s linked to the missing man... but who are they, and why were they in Lochdubh? With a host of questions, a growing list of suspects and ever more bewildering circumstances, the arrival of the odious Detective Chief Inspector Blair is truly the last thing Hamish needs. As Hamish s sworn enemy, why is Blair interested in this case?Hamish vows to find the murderer before anyone else falls victim. Never has a quiet life seemed further from his grasp!------------Praise for the Hamish Macbeth series . . . It s always a treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times Unmissable! Peterborough Telegraph First rate ... deft social comedy and wonderfully realized atmosphere Booklist Beaton catches the beauty of the area s natural geography and succinctly describes its distinct flavour Library Journal Befuddled, earnest and utterly endearing, Hamish makes his triumphs sweetly satisfying Publishers Weekly

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Step back in time to an ancient world of mythical beasts, bow down to gods and goddesses, and take a trip to the first Olympics in this illustrated guide. Become an eyewitness to the glory of ancient Greece in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of what classical Greece was like. Children will be mesmerised by striking photography, maps, paintings, and lots of artefacts to help understand what life was like at this time.This illustrated guide lets kids aged 9+ experience the significance ancient Greece has had in transforming our world, in this detailed introduction to one of the world s founding nations. Learn why Greek pottery is so famous, discover how children played, and take a look at what people wore.Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Ancient Greece, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look; new photographs, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature.- Amazing facts, updated diagrams, statistics, and timelines.- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the field.DK Eyewitness Ancient Greece is crammed full of fascinating information, statistics and facts. Meet a fierce minotaur, wage war with Alexander the Great, look inside a temple, and learn how the people of ancient Greece lived their lives. Find out about their religions, their hobbies, and their amazing impact on the rest of our history.So, what s new? Part of DK s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new eyewitness feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Travel through the solar system with Eyewitness Space, discover the incredible world of creepy-crawlies in Eyewitness Insect, examine precious stones in Eyewitness Crystal Gem or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.

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THE NUMBER ONE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLERCartes Postales from Greece is an extraordinary new book from Victoria Hislop, the Sunday Times Number One bestselling author of The Island, The Return, The Thread, and The Sunrise. A beautifully depicted love affair with Greece, and a spellbinding tale of love and loss. It is fiction with a distinctive photographic framework - magical and unique. Hislop s passionate love of the country breathes from every page Daily Mail When it comes to tales about Greece, Hislop is an undisputed queen - and this is easily her best novel yet HeatWeek after week, the postcards arrive, addressed to someone Ellie does not know, each signed with an initial: A.These alluring cartes postales of Greece brighten her life and cast a spell on her. She decides she must see this country for herself. On the morning Ellie leaves for Athens, a notebook arrives. Its pages tell the story of a man s odyssey through Greece. Moving, surprising and sometimes dark, A s tale unfolds with the discovery not only of a culture, but also of a desire to live life to the full once more. Praise for Cartes Postales. . . When it comes to tales about Greecem Hislop is an undisputed queen Heat magazine A lavish love letter to Greece Sunday Mirror A beautiful tale of love, struggle and redemption Prima This wonderful, illuminating novel is a perfect escape Woman Home This beautiful novel is illustrated with gorgeous photos to really bring the country to life Sun on Sunday

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The brand new Agatha Raisin mystery from multimillion-selling author M. C. Beaton, the Queen of Cosy Crime, about an eccentric Cotswolds-based detective with an erratic love life and a penchant for G and Ts . . .

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Greek Gods Myths Illustrated collects these classic figures, from the famous Zeus and Aphrodite to lesser known examples such as Demeter and Hyperion. Including gods and goddesses throughout Ancient Greek history, the book tells the stories of each fabulous deity and shows how they lived in Greek civilization. Each character is featured on a single page or across a spread for better known examples. All the characters are presented with annotated colour artworks and background text telling their stories. Fully illustrated and featuring easy-to-read fact boxes, Greek Gods Myths Illustrated is an entertaining and educational guide to some of the worldâ ™s most beloved characters and enduring stories. In Greek Gods Myths Illustrated you can read about the stories of Theseus and the Minotaur; Jason and the Argonauts; Chimera, the three-headed monster; Hydra, the nine headed serpentine; Midas and his golden touch; Poseidon, god of the sea; Apollo, god of light; Aphrodite, goddess of beauty; and many more. The book tells the story of Greek mythology from its creation myths and gods to its tales of mortals. It is divided into chapters covering primordial Greek gods, the Olympian gods and the Titans amongst others. Beautifully produced in traditional Chinese binding with 100 illustrations and photographs, this book will fascinate anyone interested in the mythology discovering more about the most famous collection of deities in the world.

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This new, thoroughly updated fifth edition of Bradt s Greece: The Peloponnese with Athens, Delphi and Kythira remains the only dedicated guidebook to the southern part of the Greek mainland. It provides more detailed coverage than any other rival guide, making it indispensable for independent and group travellers visiting a fascinating area slightly smaller than Wales. It also incorporates focussed mini-guides to the Greek capital of Athens and the world-famous site of Delphi.The Peloponnese contains a huge diversity of cultural landscapes, from sleepy, white-washed villages to Byzantine churches, medieval fortresses and ancient archaeological sites such as Olympia and Mycenae. In addition to a long Mediterranean coast lined with classic white sandy beaches, the peninsula incorporates towering mountains for hiking and skiing, olive groves which produce the finest fruit, and hillsides covered in flowers.Bradt s Greece: The Peloponnese provides in-depth coverage of well-known sites, including one of Europe s most spectacular train journeys and the tower houses of the famed Mani. Such information is complemented by descriptions of lesser-known attractions often ignored by other books. Those visiting outside of high season can revel in the delights of the wildflowers of spring, the joys of the olive harvest in late autumn and skiing opportunities during the winter. Birds and marine life are also a huge attraction at any season. The guide also focuses on the colourful life of the traditional paneyiri (festivals) and those who still embrace the Greek spirit of philoxenia (hospitality).The guide is packed with information on independent tours and activities, secluded villages and sophisticated towns, agritourism spots, camping under the stars, rustic tavernas and locally grown produce - all reflecting the reality that the Peloponnese, more than any other part of Greece, exemplifies the ideals of slow travel .Originally written by Andrew Bostock, a former resident of the Peloponnese, this fifth edition has been updated by travel writer and Greece expert Mike Gerrard. New elements include refreshed hotel and restaurant listings, and details of new or upgraded museums such as the Epigraphic Museum (in Argos) and archaeological museums in Argos, Sparta and on the site of Ancient Messene.

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Grime and punishment . . .When Fergus Macleod, Lochdubh s abusive, drunk dustman is put in charge of the local recycling centre and is dubbed Environment Officer , Hamish Macbeth smells trouble. Sure enough, Fergus, imbued with his new powers, becomes a bullying tyrant and when his body is found stuffed in a recycling bin, no one is sorry - including his long-suffering family. But Hamish is surprised to find that many of the despicable dustman s victims refuse to talk - and when violence strikes again, the lanky lawman must quickly unearth the culprit among a litter of suspects . . . before the killer makes a clean getaway!Praise for M.C. Beaton: The books are a delight: clever, intricate, sardonic and amazingly true to the real Highlands Kerry Greenwood It s always a special treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times

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No wonder she s been crowned Queen of Cosy Crime Mail on SundayAgatha Raisin s detective agency has become so successful that she decides to take time off for rest and relaxation. But as soon as she does, she remembers that when she does have time on her hands, she doesn t know what to do with it. So it doesn t take much for the vicar of a nearby village to persuade her to help publicise the church fete - especially when the event organiser, George Selby, turns out to be a handsome widower.Agatha brings out the crowds for the fete all right, but there s more going on than innocent village fun. Several of the offerings in the jam-tasting booth turn out to be poisoned and the festive entertainment becomes the scene of two murders.Along with her young assistant, Toni, Agatha must lift the lid on the jam tampering, see to the safety of the church funds, and root out the nasty secrets lurking in the village. Quite a tall order while she is attempting to flirt with gorgeous George, who probably has a few secrets of his own! Praise for the Agatha Raisin series: M.C. Beaton s imperfect heroine is an absolute gem Publishers Weekly Clever red herrings and some wicked unfinished business guarantees that the listener will pant for a sequel The Times (audio review)

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Are drugs responsible for a sighting of Nessie s long lost relative?Recovering addict Tommy Jarret has just rented a chalet to check out reports of a sea monster near the village of Drim. But when he turns up dead, apparently from a drug overdose, Lochdubh constable Hamish Macbeth finds the lad s demise to be particularly fishy . . . and not of the local salmon variety.Deciding to go undercover, Hamish infiltrates the illicit drug trade in nearby Strathbane. But his scheme springs a leak when he s teamed up with a tough Glaswegian detective inspector named Olivia Chater, aka Concrete Knickers. For the lanky lawman investigating drugs and sea monsters it s time to sink or swim - and it would be equally dangerous to flounder . . . or fall in love.Praise for M.C. Beaton: The books are a delight: clever, intricate, sardonic and amazingly true to the real Highlands Kerry Greenwood It s always a special treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times

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A busman s holiday for Hamish . . . After losing both his promotion and the lovely Priscilla Halburton-Smythe, Hamish Macbeth decides the best cure for a broken heart is a week s break at the charming coastal village of Skag. When he arrives at the Friendly House B B, however, he finds the ambience chilling, the food inedible and his fellow guests less than neighbourly. They include the annoying Miss Gunnery; a family from London; and Bob Harris, who so nags his wife that everyone wants to kill him. And then somebody does. Now it is up to Hamish to act - to dig deep into the past and deliver something more daunting than merely the culprit: justice.Praise for M.C. Beaton: The books are a delight: clever, intricate, sardonic and amazingly true to the real Highlands Kerry Greenwood It s always a special treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times

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The beach is full of things to spot. From shimmering seashells, buckets and spades to creatures scurrying in the breaking waves, little observers will love discovering the wonder in the world around them. Beautifully illustrated in paper collage by bestselling childrenâ ™s book creator, Clare Beaton, each page invites the reader to spot the wading birds, boats, sandcastles, seals and other wildlife at the beach. Contains an interactive spotting activity game!

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Truth is stranger than fiction...Patricia Martyn-Broyd, now in her seventies, has retired to the Highlands. She hasn t written a word in years and her books are out of print. But now a television company is about to film her last detective story, featuring the aristocratic Scottish detective Lady Harriet Vare. Even though the snobbish Miss Martyn-Broyd doesn t care to mix with the locals, she can t help but share her excitement with local policeman Hamish Macbeth.Imagine her horror when Miss Martyn-Broyd discovers that the screenwriter is known for his violent and scurrilous scripts and that Lady Harriet Vare is to be portrayed as a pot-smoking hippy by the scene-stealing trollop Penelope Gates. But a contract is a contract, as Ms Martyn-Broyd quickly learns. And when she is accused of murdering both the scriptwriter and the leading lady, she turns to her one friend in Lochdubh, Hamish Macbeth, to help her.Praise for M.C. Beaton: The books are a delight: clever, intricate, sardonic and amazingly true to the real Highlands Kerry Greenwood It s always a special treat to return to Lochdubh New York Times

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Šipky - typ steel, hmotnost 26 g, materiál: wolfram, 3 ks v balení, profesionální Chcete mít hru se šipkami pod kontrolou? Pak zajisté oceníte šipky Winmau Šipky z kategorie steeltip se vyrábí s ocelovým hrotem, jenž se hodí pro klasický terč ze sisalových vláken. Pokud se hrot otupí, je možné jej obrousit, aby byl znovu ostrý. Tělo šipky, k jehož výrobě posloužil wolfram, je určeno i pro ty nejnáročnější hráče, kteří díky němu vítězí na turnaji nad ostatními. Šipky si zamilují nejen pokročilí, ale i profesionální hráči. V balení dostáváte 3 ks šipky a hmotnosti každého kusu činí 26 g. Moderní design vám navíc dodá pocit neporazitelnosti. Nejdůležitější funkce produktu Šipky Winmau steel Steve Beaton 26g, 90% wolfram Šipky Winmau pro milovníky šipkového sportu Ocelový hrot (steeltip) Wolframové tělo šipky je ideální pro ty nejnáročnější hráče Ocení ji pokročilí a profesionální hráči V balení očekávejte 3 ks šipky U šipky očekávejte hmotnost 26 g Krásné...

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