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In the Ravenous Dark - A.M. Strickland

A pansexual bloodmage reluctantly teams up with an undead spirit to start a rebellion among the living and the dead, in this dark young adult fantasy by A.M. Strickland, author of Beyond the Black Door.She loves a princess. She's bound to a warrior. She must betray them both.In Thanopolis, those gifted with magic are assigned undead spirits to guard them-and control them. Ever since Rovan's father died trying to keep her from this fate, she's hidden her magic. But when she accidentally reveals her powers, she's bound to a spirit and thrust into a world of palace intrigue and deception.Desperate to escape, Rovan finds herself falling for two people she can't fully trust: Lydea, a beguiling, rebellious princess; and Ivrilos, a handsome spirit with the ability to control Rovan, body and soul.Together, they uncover a secret that will destroy Thanopolis. To save them all, Rovan will have to start a rebellion in both the mortal world and the underworld, and find a way to trust the princess and spirit battling for her heart - if she doesn't betray them first.

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Raven 3: Odin's Wolves - Kristian Giles

From Giles Kristian, THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF LANCELOT, comes the final spellbinding and breathtaking instalment of the bestselling Raven trilogy. Perfect for fans of Bernard Cornwell, Robert Low and Game of Thrones."A great tale that held me spellbound" -- BERNARD CORNWELL"Giles Kristian spins a viking saga so evocative, so thrilling that no other author can surpass him" -- ***** Reader review"Bravo again. Odin''s Wolves is a masterpiece" -- ***** Reader review"I simply did not want this book to end, Giles; you should be congratulated for producing a magnificent series and one which has had me glued from start to finish" -- ***** Reader review*********************************************WE LUSTED FOR AN EVEN GREATER PRIZE: ONE THAT CAN NEVER BE LOST OR STOLEN OR BURNT...Raven and his fellow Vikings have suffered: good men have died; hard-won treasure has been lost. But for these Norsemen, there is something more precious than gold or silver, and that is fame - for this is what a warrior leaves behind when he has breathed his last.And so the brotherhood sail for Constantinople, the city they call Miklagard. There, it is rumoured, both riches and glory are to be found...The journey takes them through unknown and dangerous waters ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In the Beautiful Dark - Melissa Payne

A woman investigates a friend’s long-ago murder in a haunting and hopeful novel about the weight of secrets and regrets by the bestselling author of The Wild Road Home and A Light in the Forest.At Sunny Pines Retirement Community, where the “Sixty-Two and Better!” share their golden years, secrets abound. Some scandalous, some haunting, and some dangerous. For Birdie Allen, a retired business owner and grandmother, her secret is the only thing she’s got left. Getting old isn’t the hardest part about life. It’s the memories from more than fifty years ago of the death of her unrequited love. And Birdie’s abandoned quest to root out the killer.With retirement comes a lot of time to revisit old ghosts, so when Birdie ties together a string of recent murders, and a woman disappears, she’s drawn into the same chase she gave up decades earlier. But this time she has the help of an eccentric community of eager new friends. And they’re not alone. Restless souls are watching, including Birdie’s lost love, and they sense the danger that lies ahead. They’re not leaving Birdie’s side until she finishes what she set out to do. But will Birdie’s pursuit of a killer finally ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In the Cold Dark Ground - Stuart MacBride

THE SUNDAY TIMES NO. 1 BESTSELLERThe tenth Logan McRae novel from the No. 1 bestselling author.‘Top drawer … his most epic outing yet’ IndependentTrouble is coming…Sergeant Logan McRae’s team find a body dumped in the woods – but is it the missing businessman they’ve been searching for, or something far more sinister? It doesn’t help that his ex-boss is taking over the case, a new Superintendent has it in for him, and Professional Standards are looming.Even worse: Aberdeen’s criminal overlord, Wee Hamish Mowat, is dying and rival gangs all over the UK are eying his territory.There’s a war brewing and Logan’s trapped right in the middle, whether he likes it or not.

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In a Dark, Dark Wood - Ruth Ware

THE SUNDAY TIMES TOP TEN BESTSELLERSOMEONE''S GETTING MARRIED. SOMEONE''S GETTING MURDERED.''Tense, terrifying'' Clare MackintoshNora hasn''t seen Clare for ten years. Not since the day Nora walked out of her old life and never looked back. Until, out of the blue, an invitation to Clare''s hen party arrives. A weekend in a remote cottage - the perfect opportunity for Nora to reconnect with her best friend, to put the past behind her. But something goes wrong. Very wrong.And as secrets and lies unravel, out in the dark, dark wood the past will finally catch up with Nora.__________________Praise for IN A DARK, DARK WOOD:''Genuinely chilling and totally compulsive'' Sunday Mirror''Mesmerising'' Guardian''You won''t be able to put down this creepy page-turner'' Closer''Packed with suspense'' Woman & Home

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X-Men: The Dark Phoenix Saga - Stuart Moore

One of the most popular X-Men epics of all time, revealing the birth of perhaps the deadliest force in the galaxy--Dark Phoenix.PILOTING A DOOMED SHUTTLE THROUGH A MASSIVE SOLAR FLARE, JEAN GREY SACRIFICES HER LIFE TO SAVE THE X-MEN. THEN A MIRACLE OCCURS--AND SHE IS REBORN!True to its namesake, the Phoenix rises, and Jean becomes one of the universe''s most powerful entities. But when she and the X-Men launch an assault against the clandestine organization known as the Hellfire Club, she is manipulated into betraying her fellow mutants. Jean is transformed into the Hellfire Club''s Black Queen, and her life takes a deadly turn.As her powers surge out of control, it becomes clear to all that the Phoenix must be stopped. Some would destroy her regardless of the cost, but the X-Men desperately seek to defeat her without killing Jean in the process. The fate of our world hangs on their success.

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Dark Lies the Island - Kevin Barry

Winner of the Sunday Times short story prizeWinner of the Edge Hill short story prizeA kiss that just won''t happen. A disco at the end of the world. A teenage goth on a terror mission. And OAP kiddie-snatchers, and scouse real-ale enthusiasts, and occult weirdness in the backwoods...Dark Lies the Island is a collection of unpredictable stories about love and cruelty, crimes, desperation, and hope from the man Irvine Welsh has described as ''the most arresting and original writer to emerge from these islands in years''. Every page is shot through with the riotous humour, sympathy and blistering language that mark Kevin Barry as a pure entertainer and a unique teller of tales.

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Disney Lorcana TCG: Into the Inklands - Starter Deck Ruby & Sapphir

Startovací balíček pro sběratelskou karetní hru Disney Lorcana ze sady Into the Inklands. Obsahuje předpřipravený balíček 60 karet ve dvou inkoustových barvách, herní žetony, podložku a pravidla. Součástí jsou 2 prémiové fóliové karty a bonusový booster pack s 12 náhodnými kartami.

  • Předpřipravený balíček 60 karet pro okamžitý start hry
  • Obsahuje 2 prémiové fóliové karty a bonusový booster pack
  • Vhodné pro děti od 8 let s jasnými pravidly
  • Kombinace dvou herních stylů (Ruby a Sapphir inkousty)

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It Was a Cold Dark Night - Hopgood Tim

Ned the hedgehog is looking for a home in the cold, dark forest. He needs somewhere warm and cosy to sleep, but all he keeps finding are other creatures'' homes: rabbits'', foxes'', owls'', bats''. Will he ever find a snug safe bed of his own? This beautiful book is written and illustrated by award-winning author and illustrator Tim Hopgood.Yellow/Band 3 books offer varied sentence structure and natural languageText type: A story with predictable structure and patterned language.A map of the forest on pages 14-15 shows Ned''s journey and all the animals he encounters along the way.Curriculum links: Knowledge and understanding of the WorldThis book has been quizzed for Accelerated Reader.

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The Gruffalo's Child - Julia Donaldsonová

Join the Gruffalo''s Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo''s child disobeys her father''s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn''t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo''s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson''s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler''s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo''s Child has followed firmly in her father''s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This edition features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have addition to the bookshelves of all Donaldson and Scheffler fans – big and small!Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

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The Story of Life - Catherine Barr, Steve Williams

This wonderful book introduces children to the story of life and how it all began. Using bitesize text and beautifully bright illustrations this is the perfect book for budding scientists and those eager to learn more about our amazing planet. Are you ready for an exciting and dramatic story about how life began and developed on Planet Earth? Packed full of fascinating facts and funny illustrations, this is the perfect introduction to life on earth for even the youngest of readers. At first, nothing lived on Earth. It was a noisy, hot, scary place. Choking gas exploded from volcanoes and oceans of lava bubbled around the globe...Then in the deep, dark ocean, something amazing happened. Find out how the first living cell was created, and how the cells multiply and create jellyfish and worms, and then fish with bendy necks, which drag themselves out of the water into swampy forests. Discover the story of the biggest creatures that have ever walked on land – the dinosaurs. Long after that, hairy creatures who have babies, not eggs, take over, stand on two legs and spread around the world, some of them living through cataclysmic events such as ice ages and volcanic ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Once and Future Witches - Alix E. Harrowová

Glorious . . . a tale that will sweep you away' Yangsze Choo, New York Times bestselling author of The Night Tiger 'A gorgeous and thrilling paean to the ferocious power of women' Laini Taylor, New York Times bestselling author of Strange the Dreamer In 1893, there's no such thing as witches. There used to be, in the wild, dark days before the burnings began, but now witching is nothing but tidy charms and nursery rhymes. If the modern woman wants any measure of power, she must find it at the ballot box. But when the three Eastwood sisters join the suffragists of New Salem, they begin to pursue the forgotten ways that might turn the women's movement into the witch's movement. Stalked by shadows and sickness, hunted by forces who will not suffer a witch to vote - and perhaps not even to live - the sisters must delve into the oldest magics, draw new alliances, and heal the bond between them if they want to survive. There's no such thing as witches. But there will be. Praise for The Once and Future Witches: 'A brilliant dazzle of a book . . . I devoured it in enormous gulps, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Gruffalo's Child - Julia Donaldsonová

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo''s child disobeys her father''s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn''t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo''s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson''s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler''s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo''s Child has followed firmly in her father''s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again! This handy board book format is perfect for younger readers. It features the classic story with a stunning redesigned cover and beautiful finish, making it a must-have for even the smallest Donaldson and Scheffler fans! Also available in board book format and with striking redesigned covers are: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom, The Snail and the Whale, The Smartest Giant in Town, Monkey Puzzle, Charlie Cook''s Favourite Book, and A Squash and a Squeeze.

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The Perfect Nurse - Daniel Hurst

''My name is Darcy, I''m your nurse. I''m here to help you.'' I repeat the words I''ve said so many times. Except this time, I don''t mean it...If you saw me, you''d think I was pretty ordinary - I wear a crisp, white nursing uniform, my hands are scrubbed clean and you''d have no reason to believe I was anything other than a good citizen. A good nurse.But looks can be deceiving. You shouldn''t trust me - because I don''t even know if I can trust myself.Now I stare in the mirror - dark smudges under my eyes and blood on my hands - listening for the sound of police sirens.Because the truth is I had to do something terrible. I broke all the rules a nurse should follow. And now someone is dead...An utterly page-turning psychological thriller from the number one bestselling author of The Doctor''s Wife. If you loved Behind Closed Doors, Gone Girl and The Girl on the Train then The Perfect Nurse will have you flipping the pages until the breath-taking final pages.What readers are saying about The Perfect Nurse:''Absolutely gripping and addictive... I couldn''t put it down!... A thrilling ride from start to finish... Kept ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Gruffalo's Child - Julia Donaldsonová

Join the Gruffalo''s Child for a BIG adventure in this clever sequel to much-loved modern classic, The Gruffalo, from the unparalleled picture book partnership of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo shouldEver set foot in the deep dark wood.But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo''s Child disobeys her father''s warnings and ventures out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn''t really exist . . . does he?The Gruffalo''s Child is the number one bestselling, much-loved sequel to the worldwide picture book phenomenon that is The Gruffalo. Julia Donaldson''s trademark rhyming text and Axel Scheffler''s brilliant, characterful illustrations combine once more to ensure that the Gruffalo''s Child has followed firmly in her father''s footsteps and that her story is one that children will ask for again, and again . . . and again!This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

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The Swallow - Moss Stephen

From the bestselling author of The Robin, The Wren and The Twelve Birds of Christmas. With around 700,000 breeding pairs, the swallow is one of the most familiar birds in Britain. Though we consider the swallow to be 'our' bird, we also share this beloved creature with millions of others across the globe. Whilst we see it on a daily basis for half the year, the swallow then flies south to Africa, living on only in our memory in the long, dark winter. In The Swallow Stephen Moss documents a year of observing the swallow close to home and in the field to shed light on the secret life of this extraordinary bird. We trace the swallow's life cycle and journey, including the epic 12,000-mile round trip it takes every year, to enable it to enjoy a life of almost eternal sunshine, and the key part the swallow plays in our traditional and popular culture. With beautiful illustrations throughout, this captivating year-in-the-life biography reveals the hidden secrets of this charismatic and beautiful bird. PRAISE FOR STEPHEN MOSS: 'A superb naturalist and writer' Chris Packham'Inspired, friendly and blessed with apparently limitless knowledge' Peter Marren'Moss has carved out an enviable niche as ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Stranger Diaries - Elly Griffiths

THE TIMES CRIME BOOK OF THE YEAR. THE RICHARD & JUDY BOOK CLUB PICK.''Utterly bewitching ... a pitch-perfect modern Gothic'' AJ FINN, author of THE WOMAN IN THE WINDOWA dark story has been brought to terrifying life. Can the ending be rewritten in time?This is what the police know: English teacher Clare Cassidy''s friend Ella has just been murdered. Clare and Ella had recently fallen out. Found beside the body was a line from The Stranger, a story by the Gothic writer Clare teaches, and the murder scene is identical to one of the deaths in the story.This is what Clare knows: No one else was aware of her fight with Ella. Few others have even read The Stranger. Someone has wormed their way into her life and her work. They know her darkest secrets. And they don''t mean well.This is what the killer knows: Who will be next to die.''Compelling, intelligent and increasingly mesmerising'' PETER JAMES''Picks up where the great Gothic thrillers of the past leave off ... goose-bump spooky, smart, and haunting. I loved this book! And you will too'' LOUISE PENNY

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All The Wicked - Catelyn Wilson

PRE-ORDER THE NEXT BOOK IN THE ADDICTIVE DARK ACADEMIA SERIES WHICH WILL TAKE YOU INTO A WORLD OF MYSTERIOUS MURDERS AND DANGEROUS DEMONS . . .-LURKING IN DARK CORRIDORS,HIDDEN IN TOMES OF OLD,SPIRITS ARE GROWING RESTLESS,AND HELL IS ONCE AGAIN, OPENED . . .A year after the events at Ravenswood Academy, Andy Emmerson’s life is in turmoil.Demons, the underworld, and secret societies all exist, and they still haunt her days and nights.Eager to find the answers she can’t locate in the shelves of the library, Andy visits Jae in the underworld.Only, it is empty of the Gods that once ruled it and inexplicable clues – sent by the mysterious Order – start to appear warning them of dark days ahead.Together they must travel to the eery streets of Edinburgh and enrol in Eidolon University where they will investigate The Order and unlock its secrets.Soon they are catapulted into a world of old magic, dangerous rituals, and demonic activity. A world they thought they’d left behind at Ravenswood.If they fail to discover The Order, and the school’s secrets, humanity will fall to the fires of hell.But if they succeed, Andy may have to make the biggest sacrifice yet.As something wicked this ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Gruffalo: A Read and Play Story - Julia Donaldsonová

Take a stroll in the deep dark wood with this amazing interactive gift edition of the bestselling picture book, The Gruffalo, with the full, original story – plus flaps to lift, tabs to pull and a pop-up surprise!Walk further into the deep dark wood and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry gruffalo! Read the original much-loved classic story and join in the fun by lifting the flaps and sliding the tabs to change the scenes and bring the story to life. This stunning hardback gift edition of the classic story is perfect for little paws and is sure to delight parents and children alike.Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world with over 17.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come.

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Peter and the Wolf - Friday Gavin

Relive the magic of Peter and the Wolf through this extraordinary modern retelling by award-winning musicians Gavin Friday and Bono. When a wolf is found roaming the woods, Peter''s grandfather warns him to stay at home. But Peter, who is mourning the loss of a parent, decides to venture into the deep, dark woods in search of this creature…This incredible retelling of the well-loved classic story, Peter and the Wolf takes children aged 7-9 on an adventure whilst exploring themes of love and loss. With its spellbinding punk rock illustrations, this book is a beautiful reminder that there is hope after loss and those we love most are never truly gone. A timeless and magical gift book, Peter and the Wolf will be treasured by all.This modern retelling of Peter and the Wolf offers:- A dynamic new take on Prokofiev''s tale about a young boy who captures a wolf, with magical graphic novel-esque illustrations.- An underlying theme of loss, told with sensitivity and warmth, helping children to understand and navigate the topic.- A treasured keepsake book based on a classic story beloved by generations of children and adults, with vivid illustrations and a red ribbon.- An enchanting story written by ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Shining (1444720724)

Kniha The Shining od Stephena Kinga vypráví příběh pětiletého Dannyho, který má psychické schopnosti. Když se jeho rodina přestěhuje jako správci do opuštěného hotelu Overlook, Danny začne zažívat děsivé vize. Hotel ožívá vlastním životem a rodina se ocitá v pasti během zimní bouře.

  • Klasický horor od Stephena Kinga v anglickém jazyce
  • Brožovaná vazba pro snadné čtení a přenášení
  • Intenzivní atmosféra izolace a nadpřirozena
  • Poutavý příběh s psychologickými prvky

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My First Gruffalo: The Gruffalo Puppet Book - Julia Donaldsonová

Play with the soft, cuddly Gruffalo hand puppet as you read the fun story, based on the bestselling picture book The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Who's afraid of the Gruffalo? With this fantastic addition to the My First Gruffalo range, you can use your special Gruffalo hand puppet to scare away Fox, Owl and Snake as you read the interactive text. Then see if you are brave enough to scratch the Gruffalo's warty nose and tickle his prickles!Toddlers and young children will love meeting the Gruffalo, Mouse and the other animals in the deep dark wood in a playful new way in The Gruffalo Puppet Book, with a simple preschool story based on the original picture book and a fantastically detailed Gruffalo hand puppet.

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The Other Side of the Valley - Ashling Lindsay

The enchanting story of Pip and the grand yet lonely valley where he lived, and the comfort zone he stepped out of. This is the second story from incredible author–illustrator Ashling Lindsay after An Unexpected Thing in 2022, shortlisted for the Academy of British Book Cover Design Award.Pip lived all alone on one side of a beautiful, wide valley. And he had absolutely everything he needed. Every morning he drank his tea, watered his plants and checked his post box for letters. And every night, he sat and looked out into the deep dark sky at the planets, comets and stars. And sometimes it made him feel quite small. Until one day, a leaf fluttered in through Pip’s open window. He looked at it. It was not an ordinary leaf—it certainly didn’t belong to any of the trees on his side of the valley. It shimmered and shone in the sunlight and was unlike anything Pip had ever seen before! But where did it come from? Pip peered out of his window and wondered... maybe there was something more on the other side of the Valley after all. This is a meaningful picture book all about travel, exploration and trying ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Gruffalo - Julia Donaldsonová

Walk further into the deep dark wood, and discover what happens when a quick-witted mouse comes face to face with an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a bestselling phenomenon across the world. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come. No home should be without The Gruffalo.This hardback edition features the classic story plus extra content from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, making this the perfect gift.Enjoy more family favourite picture books from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler: The Gruffalo''s Child, Room on the Broom and The Snail and the Whale.

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The Cold Trail - J.C. Fields

The past doesn't die. It waits. Sean Kruger thought teaching would be safer than the FBI. Then a student vanishes from his campus. The method matches a cold case that still haunts him—six women, four colleges, zero bodies. A case he couldn't solve. JR Diminski finds a fingerprint in the digital dark. A ghost from 1999 leaves traces in 2023. The kidnapper's back, and Kruger knows the clock is ticking. Each victim disappeared forever. This time might be different. Money trails lead to mansions. Clues point to power players who collect more than art. Someone turns college campuses into hunting grounds. They've perfected their game for twenty years. The Cold Trail forces Kruger to face his failures. One student's life hangs on solving six old mysteries. J.C. Fields delivers a Sean Kruger thriller where old wounds bleed fresh, and time is the deadliest enemy. _________________________________Praise for the Sean Kruger Series? ? ? ? ? This series gets better and better with each book. ? ? ? ? ? Loved the book; want to read more of this series. Action-packed, with lots of love and friendship. Loved it!? ? ? ? ? Another exciting Sean Kruger novel. Action, suspense, and thrills ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Spell Thief - Tommaso Percivale

Jack (of the beanstalk fame) and his magical talking chicken, Betsy, have always been great at making new friends. But when Jack spots Anansi, the new kid in town, talking to a troll in the Deep Dark Woods, everything changes. Everyone knows that trolls mean trouble, and Jack will do anything to prove to the rest of his friends that Anansi is a troll spy. Even if that means using stolen magic! The Spell Thief is the first book in this brilliant new highly-illustrated series by Tom Percival, featuring all the fairy-tale characters you know and love having brand-new adventures!

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The Autumn Kingdom Vol. 1 - Cullen Bunn

Venture into the deathly dark fairy tale that’s been hailed as one of the year’s best new comics series from masters of horror Cullen Bunn (Harrow County, The Sixth Gun) and Christopher Mitten (Hellboy and the B.P.R.D.: Saturn Returns)!Fantasy novelist Andrew Kier takes his family on an idyllic vacation to the edge of a lush Swedish forest, where he hopes to finish writing his latest book in The Wraithbound Queen series. After his young daughters, Sommer and Winter, venture into the woods and find a clearing of statues nearby—featuring trolls, goblins, and a warrior queen missing her swordhand and weapon—a horde of fearsome fae creatures smash into their cabin and kidnap Andrew and his wife, Melissa. Sommer and Winter evade capture and flee into the forest, where they stumble upon a giant sword that mysteriously grants them the power to fight the monsters who stole their parents. As the girls slice their way to answers, centuries of horror and conflict are revealed, and they descend into the Autumn Kingdom to save their family—and their sisterly bond—if they’re not too late

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The Island House - Mary Considine

''Full of smugglers tales, childhood memories and the real-life struggles of living on a remote island.'' - Touring Tales ***''In the January dark, a young man walks slowly into the sea. He can''t see where he is going, but he knows the island is calling...''Mary and Patrick''s dream was to live in London, have 2.4 children, the nice house, the successful jobs. But life had other plans, and in one traumatic year that all came crashing down.Bruised and battered, Mary finds herself pulled towards Cornwall and dreams of St George''s Island, where she spent halcyon childhood summers. So, when an opportunity arises to become tenants if they renovate the old Island House, they grab it with both hands.Life on the island is hard, especially in winter, the sea and weather, unforgiving. But the rugged natural beauty, the friendly ghosts of previous inhabitants, and the beautiful isolation of island life bring hope and purpose, as they discover a resilience they never knew they had.

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Winnie and Wilbur: The Monster Mystery PB - Valerie Thomasová

When Winnie and Wilbur see some unexplained footprints going right across the grass, they want to know who has made them. They think they might find the answer in the deep, dark forest that surrounds their home. But exploring the forest isn''t easy, especially when Winnie and Wilbur get separated. And will it help them untangle the mystery of the monster-sized footprints? With intrigue and drama from the start, this story has all the hallmarks of a classic Winnie and Wilbur adventure. Move over, the Gruffalo, it''s time for Winnie and Wilbur to go into the deep dark wood! With more than 7 million books sold, Winnie and Wilbur have been delighting children and adults in homes and schools all over the world since 1987.

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Poles Apart: Exploring the Arctic - Franklin Watts

Covered in vast expanses of ice and snow, and battered by gale-force winds, the Arctic is one of Earth''s most hostile habitats. And yet many amazing animals and plants thrive in these extreme conditions.This book explores the Arctic, showing the plants and animals that survive here in the long dark winters and acute cold. Read about icebergs as tall as a 10-storey building and ice sheets as big as countries. See the stunning Northern lights stretching across the sky in glowing colours. Read about Arctic animals, including polar bears, Arctic foxes and wolverines, reindeer, narwhals and beluga whales. See how life has changed for the people who live and work in the Arctic. This book also explores some of the problems that affect the region, such as climate change and pollution.Oliver Averill''s atmospheric illustrations provide a visual guide to one of our planet''s extraordinary polar regions. Perfect for children aged 7+

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The Gruffalo Carousel Book - Julia Donaldsonová

Walk into the deep dark wood with Mouse in this this amazing pop-up carousel book, and discover what happens when he comes face to face with a fox, an owl, a snake . . . and a hungry Gruffalo!Read the much-loved story, then press out the play pieces and join in all the fun with three stunning pop-up play scenes. There are lots of holes to peep through, things to spot and flaps to open, so you can explore the deep dark wood with Mouse. Discover Fox''s underground house, Owl''s treetop and Snake''s logpile – but watch out for the Gruffalo hiding in the trees! The Gruffalo Carousel Book includes a special envelope for safe storage of the 9 play pieces and a ribbon closure. Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler''s The Gruffalo is an undisputed modern classic and has become a best-selling phenomenon across the world with over 13.5 million copies sold. This award-winning rhyming story of a mouse and a monster has found its way into the hearts and bedtimes of an entire generation of children and will undoubtedly continue to enchant children for years and years to come.

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The Good Ones - Polly Stewart

''Stunning . . . a true page-turning mystery. I adored it'' CHRIS WHITAKER, author of We Begin at the End''An irresistible mystery, superbly crafted'' ANNA BAILEY, author of Tall Bones''Compelling . . . I read it in a single sitting'' HAYLEY SCRIVENOR, author of Dirt Town''Gripping . . . an ending I never saw coming''ANA REYES, author of The House in the PinesA dark, compelling thriller about a small town simmering with secrets, perfect for fans of Gillian Flynn, Lisa Jewell and Shari Lapena.________EVERYONE IN THIS TOWN HAS SOMETHING TO HIDE.On a hot August day, Lauren Ballard mysteriously vanished from her home, leaving signs of a violent struggle.Sixteen years on, still haunted by her friend''s disappearance, Nicola Bennett returns to her hometown. For Nicola, Tyndall County has remained frozen in time. Everywhere she turns she''s reminded of Lauren. Yet startlingly, her former friends and neighbours have all moved on.Nicola begins to trace over the events of that summer, hoping to discover a clue to Lauren''s fate. Deep down she knows the answers are tucked in the hollows and valleys of this rural Virginia county.But as secrets come to light and the truth begins to unravel, will Nicola finally break free ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Secret Museum - Molly Oldfield

The Secret Museum is a unique treasure trove of the most intriguing artifacts hidden away in museum archives from all over the world – curated, brought to light, and brought to life by Molly Oldfield in a beautifully illustrated collection.Who knows what’s hidden from view? Locked away in cabinets, secure storage and aircraft hangars.Most of a museum’s collection never gets seen. It sits in the quiet dark of an archive waiting for a treasure hunter or obsessive researcher to root out its very existence. Under the streets of Manhattan priceless books are shelved; brick outbuildings in London’s East End house drawers of Victorian embroidery remembering foundlings long ago dead; body bags in Washington clothe space suits covered in real moon dust and in an unvisited aircraft hangar sits Auguste Piccard’s extraordinary invention, the balloon gondola…This and many other extraordinary inventions, legacies, discoveries and artefacts have been visited and curated by Molly Oldfield into a Secret Museum. Rich in atmosphere and anecdote, suffused with the surprising emotion of a personal discovery, but grounded in fascinating factual detail, this is a unique and beautifully illustrated book.The Secret Museum reveals sixty unknown artefacts and stories from all five continents, from Rome to Rio ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Nordic Homes: Scandinavian Architecture Immersed in Nature - Agata Toromanoff

Picturesque Scandinavian archipelagos and extra-long summer days create the perfect environment for dreamy homes. Summer houses that blend smoothly into their surroundings help us reconnect with and merge into nature. But even in the long, dark winters, these homes must be destined to withstand exceptional weather conditions.The main features of these houses are the abundance of light, large windows and free, minimalist interiors. This selection of 40 stunning houses defines a perfect summer escape for those Scandinavian days that seem to last forever and, at the same time, an ideal place to spend the long winter days.

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The Raven and Other Selected Works (The Gothic Chronicles Collection): Deluxe Edition - Edgar Allan Poe

"Suddenly there came a tapping." The Raven and Other Selected Works by Edgar Allan Poe, a collection comprising his famous poem and 25 of his remarkable short stories, is now available in an exquisite hardcover edition featuring a foiled cover and distinctive interior design elements, making it an ideal gift for literature lovers, fans of gothic horror and allegorical literature, and book collectors. Each collectible volume will be the perfect addition to any well-appointed or dark academia library, or an attention-grabbing add for your holiday reading list or Christmas wish list.Harper Muse Classics: The Gothic Chronicles Collection presents The Raven and Other Selected Works:Opens with Poe''s most famous poem, "The Raven," which made the author a literary celebrity nearly overnightIncludes 25 of Poe''s thrilling short stories, which have been frightening and intriguing readers for more than 150 yearsFeatures Poe''s best-loved stories including "The Fall of the House of Usher," "The Masque of the Red Death," "The Tell-Tale Heart," "The Cask of Amontillado," "The Purloined Letter," and twenty more macabre tales of terror, revenge, and mysteryExplores such themes as humanity''s morbid fascination with death, the insatiable need for retaliation, the volatile power of memory and recollection, and the far-reaching trauma of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Raven Scholar - Antonia Hodgson

The Sunday Times bestseller from an electrifying new voice in epic fantasy - a masterfully woven tale of imperial intrigue, cutthroat competition, and one scholar''s quest to uncover the truth.''IT''S THRILLING, ROMANTIC, OFTEN TRAGIC, AND ALWAYS FUNNY'' ALIX E. HARROW''SIMPLY GLORIOUS!'' GEORGIA SUMMERS''FIENDISHLY CHARMING AND CLEVER'' TASHA SURIShe might win the throne. She might destroy an empire. Either way, it begins with murder. After twenty-four years on the throne, it is time for Bersun the Brusque, emperor of Orrun, to bring his reign to an end. In the dizzying heat of mid-summer, seven contenders will compete to replace him. Trained at rival monasteries, each contender is inspired by a sacred animal - Fox, Raven, Tiger, Ox, Bear, Monkey, and Hound. An eighth - the Dragon proxy - will be revealed only once the trials have begun. Eight exceptional warriors, thinkers, strategists - the best of the best. Then one of them is murdered. It falls to the brilliant but idiosyncratic Neema Kraa to investigate. But as she hunts for a killer, darker forces are gathering. If Neema succeeds, she could win the throne - whether she wants it or not. But if she fails, she will sentence herself to death ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Raven Tower - Ann Leckieová

A usurper has claimed the throne. Invaders amass at the borders. And they have made their alliances with enemy gods...For centuries the kingdom of Iraden has been protected by a god known as the Raven. But in their hour of need, the Raven speaks nothing to its people. It is into this unrest that the warrior Eolo - aide to the true heir to the throne - arrives. In seeking to help his master reclaim his city, Eolo discovers that the Raven's Tower holds a secret. Its foundations conceal a dark history that has been waiting to reveal itself... and to set in motion a chain of events that could destroy Iraden forever.A triumph of the imagination, The Raven Tower is the first fantasy novel by Ann Leckie, New York Times bestselling author and winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Arthur C. Clarke Awards. Gods meddle in the fates of men, men play with the fates of gods and a pretender must be cast down from the throne in this breathtaking fantasy masterpiece.

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The Raven

The Raven is a Gothic literary masterpiece by Edgar Allan Poe, first published in 1845. This haunting narrative poem follows a grieving man tormented by a mysterious raven that repeatedly utters "Nevermore." With its melancholic tone, rhythmic structure, and rich symbolism, it explores themes of loss and despair. One of Poe''s most celebrated works, The Raven captivates readers with dark, evocative imagery. This special edition features bonus material, including Poe''s letters and striking illustrations. Quoth the Raven, “ Nevermore.” Stands as one of the defining works of Gothic literature, showcasing Edgar Allan Poe’ s unique ability to evoke dark, haunting themes. Poe’ s expert use of meter, rhyme and repetition creates a hypnotic rhythm that immerses the reader in the narrator’ s spiraling descent into madness. Includes Poe’ s letters and vivid illustrations to enrich the reading experience, offering additional layers of context and interpretation. A poem that explores the human condition, particularly in moments of intense sorrow. Through its evocative imagery and rhythmic structure, the poem creates an unforgettable atmosphere of sorrow, mystery and despair.

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Into the Dark - Yallop Jacqueline

''Often poetic ... highly-researched and thought-provoking'' New Scientist''Gently and thoughtfully enquiring'' The SpectatorCan you remember the first time you encountered true darkness? The kind that remains as black and inky whether your eyes are open or closed? Where you can''t see your hand in front of your face?Jacqueline Yallop can. It was in an unfamiliar bedroom while holidaying in Yorkshire as a child, and ever since then she has been fascinated by the dark, by our efforts to capture or avoid it, by the meanings we give to it and the way our brains process it.Taking a journey into the dark secrets of place, body and mind, she documents a series of night-time walks, exploring both the physical realities of darkness and the psychological dark that helps shape our sense of self. Exploring our enduring love-hate relationship with states of darkness, she considers how we attempt to understand and contain the dark, and, as she comes to terms with her father''s deteriorating Alzheimer''s, she reflects on how our relationship with the dark can change with time and circumstance.Darkness captivates, baffles and appals us. It''s a shifty thing of many textures and many moods. It can be an absence and a ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Into the Dark - Yallop Jacqueline

''Often poetic ... highly-researched and thought-provoking'' New Scientist''Gently and thoughtfully enquiring'' The Spectator''A beautifully written, deep and moving exploration of darkness'' Seán Hewitt, author of All Down Darkness WideCan you remember the first time you encountered true darkness? The kind that remains as black and inky whether your eyes are open or closed? Where you can''t see your hand in front of your face?Jacqueline Yallop can. It was in an unfamiliar bedroom while holidaying in Yorkshire as a child, and ever since then she has been fascinated by the dark, by our efforts to capture or avoid it, by the meanings we give to it and the way our brains process it. Taking a journey into the dark secrets of place, body and mind, she documents a series of night-time walks, exploring both the physical realities of darkness and the psychological dark that helps shape our sense of self. Exploring our enduring love-hate relationship with states of darkness, she considers how we attempt to understand and contain the dark, and, as she comes to terms with her father''s deteriorating Alzheimer''s, she reflects on how our relationship with the dark can change with time and circumstance.Darkness captivates, baffles and appals us. ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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We Are All the Same in the Dark - Julia Heaberlin

Discover the nail-biting new thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author of Black-Eyed Susans''Gorgeous writing, interesting characters, a unique setting, and an unsettling, surprising mystery. We Are All the Same in the Dark has it all'' AMY ENGEL, bestselling author of The Familiar Dark''Tense, darkly atmospheric . . .Takes your breath away with its sudden twists'' DAILY MAIL_______Ten years ago, homecoming queen Trumanell Branson vanished.Her farewell message?A bloody handprint left on a wall.Back then, the police cleared her brother Wyatt of any crime. But now a TV documentary has judged otherwise. And old suspicions are reignited.Yet when Wyatt finds a lost girl wandering a lonely highway, he convinces himself she''s a sign. Someone to lead him to his sister. To clear his name.Watching him is police officer Odette Tucker. She''s got history with the Branson family. And she knows they must tread carefully.Odette is determined to solve both cases, but will digging into this town''s deeply buried secrets do more harm than good?And what will happen when the shocking truth is finally exposed?We Are All the Same in the Dark is the nail-biting thriller from the Sunday Times bestselling author, perfect for anyone obsessed with HBO''s Mare of Easttown._______''One of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Into the Dark (Turner Classic Movies) - Mark Vieira

You know film noir when you see it: the shadowed setting; the cynical detective; the femme fatale; and the twist of fate. Into the Dark captures this alluring genre with a cavalcade of compelling photographs and a guide to 82 of its best films.Into the Dark is the first book to tell the story of film noir in its own voice. Author Mark A. Vieira quotes the artists who made these movies and the journalists and critics who wrote about them, taking readers on a year-by-year tour of the exciting nights when movies like Double Indemnity, Mildred Pierce, and Sunset Boulevard were sprung on an unsuspecting public. For the first time, we hear the voices of film noir artists speak from the sets and offices of the studios, explaining the dark genre, even before it had a name. Those voices tell how the genre was born and how it thrived in an industry devoted to sweetness and light.Into the Dark is a ticket to a smoky, glamorous world. You enter a story conference with Raymond Chandler, visit the set of Laura, and watch Detour with a Midwest audience. This volume recreates the environment that spawned film noir. It also displays ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Raven's Head - Karen Maitland

A gothic delight from Karen Maitland, author of the bestselling and much-loved Company of Liars, that will enchant readers of Kate Mosse''s The Burning Chambers or fans of Deborah Harkness seeking a new, dark fix. ''An atmospheric and dark story'' The TimesNever trust your secrets to a Raven when you are not its true master...1224. Langley Manor, Norfolk. Lord Sylvain has been practising alchemy in hiding for years and now only the Apothecary''s niece can help him with final preparations to forge the Philosopher''s Stone.Alchemy calls for symbols - and victims - and when a man in possession of an intricately carved raven''s head arrives at the Manor in a clumsy attempt at blackmail, Sylvain has both symbol and victim within easy reach.But the White Canons in nearby Langley Abbey are concealing a crucial, missing ingredient... Regulus, a small boy with a large destiny.What readers are saying about The Raven''s Head:''An intriguing and exciting dark tale about power and intrigue in politics, but most of all about the power and fear of the main ingredient of the book - almighty alchemy!'' ''Full of stories, witchcraft, alchemy, suspicion and suspense. Fantastic book''''As well as being a suspenseful tale that keeps the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Things We Say in the Dark - Kirsty Logan

A shocking collection of dark stories, ranging from chilling contemporary fairytales to disturbing supernatural fiction, by a talented writer who has been compared to Angela Carter.So here we go, into the dark.Some things can’t be spoken about in the light of day. But we can visit our fears at night, in the dark. We can turn them over and weigh them in our hands and maybe that will protect us from them. But maybe not.The characters in this collection find their aspirations for happy homes, happy families and happy memories dissected and imbued with shimmering menace. Alone in a remote house in Iceland a woman is unnerved by her isolation; another can only find respite from the clinging ghost that follows her by submerging herself in an overgrown pool. Couples wrestle with a lack of connection to their children; a schoolgirl becomes obsessed with the female anatomical models in a museum; and a cheery account of child’s day out is undercut by chilling footnotes.These dark tales explore women’s fears with electrifying honesty and invention and speak to one another about female bodies, domestic claustrophobia, desire and violence. From a talented writer who has been compared to Angela Carter, Things We ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Raven Banner - Tim Hodkinson

EYE OF THE RAVEN, THE THRILLING NEW VIKING ADVENTURE FROM TIM HODKINSON, OUT NOW!Einar Unnsson will be a great warrior, whether he wants it or not...AD 935. Late Winter, City of Jorvik. Icelandic nobleman Einar Unnsson is destined to be a great Viking warrior. He has already defeated the men sent to kill him by his notorious father, the ''Skull Cleaver'' Jarl Thorfinn of Orkney. He has a gift that makes him lethal in battle. And he has cast it all off to become a bard. Yet when Einar is attacked, it is not his poetry but the skilled archer and Norse-Irish princess Affreca who saves him. She''d assumed Einar had left to raise an army, challenge Thorfinn and seize Orkney. Now she knows the truth, she''s determined to set him back onto his rightful path. Einar soon finds himself entangled in Affreca''s own mission. She''s seeking the Raven Banner, a banner that legend has it is imbued with powerful magic: a gift from the Norse God Odin, which will make any army that marches behind it victorious in battle. But many desire the Raven Banner. Soon, Einar has no choice but to face his fate and swing his sword ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Ravenous Beast - Niamh Sharkey

From former Irish Children’s Laureate Niamh Sharkey and creator and executive producer of Disney Junior''s animated preschool series Henry Hugglemonster, comes the comical tale of the Ravenous Beast, the hungriest creature of them all… or is he?A comical tale of the Ravenous Beast who is hungry, hungry, hungry! But is he the hungriest animal of all? The other animals don''t think so, but they want to watch out, or the ravenous beast might just gobble them up and swallow them down! Children will love the combination of Sharkey’s alliterative rhyming text and bright expressive artwork introducing us to a comical cacophony of animal characters. Niamh''s unmistakable style and stylish palette create a beautiful book that’s almost good enough to eat!

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Whistling in the Dark - Richard Mabey

Eminent and highly respected nature writer Richard Mabey regards Whistling in the Dark as one of his Top Ten most significant books. After being exceptionally well-received on publication, it remains the only title from his collection that is no longer in print, and the timing feels perfect to bring this cherished text back into circulation as a classic edition.Nightingales have acquired a newly high profile in the past couple of years, as a consequence of revelations about the collapse in their numbers and renewed interest on their cultural history. Each May there are now radio programmes broadcasting - sometimes live - songs and readings from woods in southern England.This new and fully revised edition of Whistling in the Dark promises to be richer than ever, featuring:New first-hand accounts of nightingale performances, capturing their ethereal beauty at home and across the globe.Insightful explorations into the bird’s recent population changes, unveiling possible causes behind their mysterious decline.A newly uncovered story detailing how the nightingale’s song featured in the iconic 1924 live BBC broadcast with cellist Beatrice Harrison was, in reality, the work of a remarkably talented human bird mimic.Cutting-edge scientific and philosophical perspectives on the profound relationship between birdsong and music.Whistling in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Brief Candle in the Dark: My Life in Science - Richard Dawkins

In An Appetite for Wonder Richard Dawkins brought us his engaging memoir of the first 35 years of his life from early childhood in Africa to publication of The Selfish Gene in 1976, when he shot to fame as one of the most exciting new scientists of his generation. In Brief Candle in the Dark he continues his autobiography, following the threads that have run through the second half of his life so far and homing in on the key individuals, institutions and ideas that inspired and motivated him. He paints a vivid picture, coloured with wit, anecdote and digression, of the twenty-five postgraduate years he spent teaching at Oxford. He pays affectionate tribute to past colleagues and students, recalling the idiosyncrasies of an establishment steeped in ancient tradition and arcane ritual while also recording his respect for the profound commitment to learning and discovery that lies at its core. He invites us to share the life of a travelling scientist, from fieldwork on the Panama Canal to conferences of stratospheric eminence in exotic locations in the company of some of the most prominent of the world's scientific luminaries. And he describes his experiences with his many publishers, television producers, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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In Search of the Dark Ages - Michael Wood

This edition of Michael Wood''s groundbreaking first book explores the fascinating and mysterious centuries between the Romans and the Norman Conquest of 1066. In Search of the Dark Ages vividly conjures up some of the most famous names in British history, such as Queen Boadicea, leader of a terrible war of resistance against the Romans, and King Arthur, the ''once and future king'', for whose riddle Wood proposes a new and surprising solution. Here too, warts and all, are the Saxon, Viking and Norman kings who laid the political foundations of England - Offa of Mercia, Alfred the Great, Athelstan, and William the Conqueror, whose victory at Hastings in 1066 marked the end of Anglo-Saxon England. Reflecting recent historical, textual and archaeological research, this revised edition of Michael Wood''s classic book overturns preconceptions of the Dark Ages as a shadowy and brutal era, showing them to be a richly exciting and formative period in the history of Britain. ''With In Search of the Dark Ages, Michael Wood wrote the book for history on TV.'' The Times ''Michael Wood is the maker of some of the best TV documentaries ever made on history and archaeology.'' Times Literary Supplement

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The Raven's Nest - Sarah Thomas

''Fascinating'' - Robert Macfarlane, author of The Old Ways''Truly a thing of wonder'' - Kerri ní Dochartaigh, author of Thin Places''Lyrical [and] thoughtful'' - Cal Flyn, author of Islands of AbandonmentVisiting Iceland as an anthropologist and film-maker in 2008, Sarah Thomas is spellbound by its otherworldly landscape. An immediate love for this country and for Bjarni, a man she meets there, turns a week-long stay into a transformative half-decade, one which radically alters Sarah''s understanding of herself and of the living world.She embarks on a relationship not only with Bjarni, but with the light, the language, and the old wooden house they make their home. She finds a place where the light of the midwinter full moon reflected by snow can be brighter than daylight, where the earth can tremor at any time, and where the word for echo - bergmál - translates as ''the language of the mountain''. In the midst of crisis both personal and planetary, as her marriage falls apart, Sarah finds inspiration in the artistry of a raven''s nest: a home which persists through breaking and reweaving - over and over.Written in beautifully vivid prose The Raven''s Nest is a profoundly moving meditation on place, identity ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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