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Introducing Mrs Collins - Rachel Parris
Charlotte Lucas finally becomes the heroine of her own story in this heartfelt and mermerising sequel to Pride and Prejudice, written by comedian and Austentatious founding member Rachel Parris and published to coincide with Jane Austen''s 250th birthday.Charlotte Lucas always thought she wasn''t romantic and had written herself out of her own life - but is it ever too late to find your own happy ending?When Charlotte Lucas chooses security over romance, her eyes are wide open to the decision she is making. Marriage to Mr Collins offers stability, if not passion, and she is determined to make the best of it. While Elizabeth Bennet turns away in judgement of her choice, Charlotte builds a life in Kent - one of duty, routine and quiet contentment.But everything changes when an unexpected visitor arrives at Rosings Park. A spark is lit, an impossible longing awakened.Torn between what she must do and what she truly desires, Charlotte finds herself at the centre of a story she never expected to be hers. A tale of love, loss and second chances, Introducing Mrs Collins is for anyone who wondered if there was more to the sensible character we met in Pride and Prejudice. It ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Introducing Mrs Collins - Rachel Parris
Charlotte Lucas finally becomes the heroine of her own story in this heartfelt and mermerising sequel to Pride and Prejudice, written by comedian and Austentatious founding member Rachel Parris and published to coincide with Jane Austen''s 250th birthday.Charlotte Lucas always thought she wasn''t romantic and had written herself out of her own life - but is it ever too late to find your own happy ending?When Charlotte Lucas chooses security over romance, her eyes are wide open to the decision she is making. Marriage to Mr Collins offers stability, if not passion, and she is determined to make the best of it. While Elizabeth Bennet turns away in judgement of her choice, Charlotte builds a life in Kent - one of duty, routine and quiet contentment.But everything changes when an unexpected visitor arrives at Rosings Park. A spark is lit, an impossible longing awakened.Torn between what she must do and what she truly desires, Charlotte finds herself at the centre of a story she never expected to be hers. A tale of love, loss and second chances, Introducing Mrs Collins is for anyone who wondered if there was more to the sensible character we met in Pride and Prejudice. It ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Advice from Strangers - Rachel Parris
''Warm witty and wise.'' --RICHARD OSMAN''Hilarious, wise and heart breaking. Like an all-night over-share with your best friend.'' --SARA PASCOE''Rachel is one of my favourite comedians. This book is warm, wise and hilarious. It is written in her comic voice - a voice she mainly has used to tell me off, so I am thrilled to see it deployed in this way.'' --NISH KUMAR''The most joyful bursts of wisdom from a truly funny soul. I adore this book.'' --CARIAD LLOYD''Hilarious, original and wise. This is essential reading.'' --ELLIE TAYLOR''Rachel is one of the wisest, funniest people I know. Funny, sad, beautiful and ridiculous, Advice from Strangers has it all.'' --PIPPA EVANS''A hilarious, fiery, reassuring hug of a book. Full of laughter, compassion and feminist wisdom.'' --FRAN BUSHE''An essential, hilarious handbook for life.'' --ATHENA KUGBLENUCOMEDIAN RACHEL PARRIS WAS ASKED TO GIVE AN INSPIRING GRADUATION SPEECH. WHO DID SHE ASK FOR ADVICE? TOTAL STRANGERS...Over the course of a year award-winning comedian Rachel Parris asked members of her live audience for advice. Here she takes those random bits of wisdom - such as ''Be Kind'' or ''Never Pass Up the Opportunity for a Wee'' - and explores them in ways that are funny ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Advice from Strangers - Rachel Parris
''Hilarious and heartbreaking'' Sara Pascoe''Sheer bloody joy'' Philippa PerryOver the course of a year, comedian Rachel Parris asked members of her live audience for advice - and here''s what she learned from a bunch of total strangers...She takes those random nuggets of wisdom - ''Be kind'', ''Never pass up the opportunity for a wee'', ''When it doubt, wing it'' - and explores them in ways that are entertaining and serious, hilarious and heart-breaking. Full of life guidance on how to deal with everything from tampons to Tories, from grief to gaslighting, this book might just change your life.Funny, fiercely feminist and full of love, this book is a feast; devour it, then pass it to a friend. ''Original and wise. This is essential reading'' Ellie Taylor
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Mrs Caliban (Faber Editions) - Ingalls Rachel
As heard on BBC Radio 4''s ''A Good Read: the amphibious cult classic: a magical tale of a suburban housewife''s affair with a frogman ...''Disturbing but seductive ... Wonderful.'' Margaret Atwood''Perfect.'' Max Porter''Still outpaces, out-weirds, and out-romances anything today.'' Marlon James''A feminist masterpiece: tender, erotic, singular.'' Carmen Maria Machado''''Genius ... A broadcast from a stranger and more dazzling dimension.'' Patricia Lockwood''Kind of weird and cool. '' Irvine Welsh''Genius ... Like Revolutionary Road written by Franz Kafka ... Exquisite.'' The Times''Incredibly liberates readers from the awfulness of convention to a state where weirdness and otherness are beautiful.'' Sarah Hall''A devastating fable of mythic proportions ... Wondrously peculiar.'' Irenosen Okojie (foreword)Dorothy is a grieving housewife in the Californian suburbs; her husband is unfaithful, but they are too unhappy to get a divorce. One day, she is doing chores when she hears strange voices on the radio announcing that a green-skinned sea monster has escaped from the Institute for Oceanographic Research – but little does she expect him to arrive in her kitchen. Muscular, vegetarian, sexually magnetic, Larry the frogman is a revelation – and their passionate affair takes them on a journey beyond their wildest dreams ... Rachel Ingalls’s Mrs Caliban is ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Collins Stargazer’s Bible - Ian Ridpath, Rachel Federman, Mary McIntyre
Combining practical stargazing information and advice, the insights of internationally renowned astronomers and the history, technological advances and art revering the night sky, Collins Stargazer''s Bible is a stunning celebration of the remarkable sky above.Brimming with full-colour photography and artwork, Collins Stargazer''s Bible offers engaging tips on identifying stars, planetary bodies and celestial events, as well as discovering more about the history, technological advances and art of the night sky. With detailed star charts and constellation profiles, plus visual accounts of the planets, comets, galaxies and eclipses, readers will learn how to identify the phenomena of the night sky, the best equipment to use and how to care for it, as well as how to create stunning astrophotography and art, how to avoid light pollution and make the most of the sky above in urban and suburban surroundings, and how to be dark-sky and conservation advocates. Full of stunning illustrations and packed with practical advice and hands-on projects, Collins Stargazer''s Bible is the ultimate guide for novice stargazers, eagers astronomers, budding astrophotographers and astrophysicists, nature-lovers and anyone seeking to learn more about the wonder of the night sky.
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NOVA LUCE venkovní nástěnné svítidlo PARRIS antracitový hliník a čiré sklo LED 7.7W 3000K 220-240V 253st. IP65 9492630
Venkovní nástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS – Minimalistická elegance a maximální odolnostObjevte stylové a nadčasové řešení venkovního osvětlení s nástěnným svítidlem NOVA LUCE PARRIS v antracitovém provedení. Kombinace odolného hliníku, čirého skla a integrované LED technologie přináší nejen moderní vzhled, ale také spolehlivost a dlouhou životnost. Ideální volba pro fasády, terasy nebo vstupní prostory, kde oceníte příjemně teplé světlo (3000K) a mimořádnou energetickou úsporu.Hlavní přednosti svítidla PARRIS Moderní design v nadčasové antracitové barvě Vysoká odolnost vůči povětrnostním vlivům (IP65) Integrovaný LED modul s životností až 30 000 hodin Úhel svícení 253° pro dokonalé rozptýlení světla Příjemná teplota chromatičnosti 3000K – ideální pro večerní atmosféru Světelný tok 282 lm pro orientační i ambientní osvětlení Energeticky úsporný provoz (příkon pouze 7,7 W) Certifikace CE – záruka bezpečnosti a kvality Záruka 2 rokyTechnické parametry Výška: 97 mm Šířka: 38 mm Délka: 156 mm Materiál: hliník, čiré sklo Barva: antracit Počet světelných zdrojů: 1 (integrovaný LED zdroj součástí balení) Napětí: 220–240 V Index podání barev (CRI): Ra 82 Stupeň krytí: IP65 Kolekce: PARRISDoporučení architektaNástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS doporučuji instalovat v párech nebo v sérii podél fasády, abyste dosáhli rovnoměrného a příjemného osvětlení prostoru. Díky svému minimalistickému vzhledu se perfektně hodí k současné architektuře ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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NOVA LUCE venkovní nástěnné svítidlo PARRIS antracitový hliník a čiré sklo LED 8.6W 3000K 220-240V 101st. IP65 9492620
Venkovní nástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS – Moderní design a odolnost pro vaši fasáduObjevte moderní venkovní svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS v elegantním antracitovém provedení, které kombinuje čistý design s vysokou odolností. Tento model je vyroben z kvalitního hliníku s čirým sklem a integrovaným LED modulem o příkonu 8,6 W. Teplota světla 3000K zajišťuje příjemné teplé bílé osvětlení, ideální pro zvýraznění architektury vašeho domu i bezpečné orientační osvětlení vstupních prostor.Vlastnosti a výhody svítidla NOVA LUCE PARRIS Elegantní minimalistický design – antracitová barva zapadne do každé moderní fasády. Vysoká odolnost – krytí IP65 chrání svítidlo před prachem i silným deštěm, ideální pro venkovní použití. Úsporný LED zdroj – životnost až 30 000 hodin při nízké spotřebě 8,6 W. Kvalitní podání barev – index podání barev Ra 82 přispívá k věrnosti osvětleného prostoru. Jednoduchá instalace – kompaktní rozměry (výška 115 mm, délka 120 mm) pro efektivní umístění na fasádu, zeď nebo sloupek. Široký úhel svícení – 101° zajistí rovnoměrné rozprostření světla bez rušivých stínů.Technické parametry Příkon: 8,6 W (integrovaný LED zdroj v ceně) Světelný tok: 395 lm Barva světla: 3000K (teplá bílá) Napětí: 220–240 V Materiál: hliník a čiré sklo Barva: antracitová šedá Krytí: IP65 Index podání barev (CRI): Ra 82 Rozměry: výška ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Collins Backyard Chicken-keeper’s Bible - Rachel Federman, Jessica Ford, Sonya Patel Ellis
Chickens are many things: sources of meat and eggs, lovable pets, amusing images on merchandise, and a source of comfort at the end of a hard day. Whether we’re considering joining the growing flock of backyard chicken-keepers or simply cheered by leafing through images of gorgeous poultry, our love for chickens is strong.The trend for backyard chickens has surged during the pandemic. Amazon searches for chick supplies are up 758%, with local hatcheries recording a 500% demand increase, as people look to reduce environmental impact, improve food traceability, connect with nature, or simply to relish the pure joy of chicken company.The Collins Backyard Chicken-keeper’s Bible is the fourth title in this stunning and engaging series, and the perfect smallholder companion to The Beekeeper’s Bible. It is packed with everything you need to fully embrace your new chicken-keeping lifestyle. A sumptuous aesthetic is paired with practical tips on identifying backyard breeds and supporting good chicken health, from basic brooding to common ailments, the best backyard breed for you to the right equipment for starting your own home flock, packaged into a beautiful, illustrative gift book. Discover the soft cuddliness of a bantam Silkie, the superb egg-sitting skills of a Plymouth Rock, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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A Castle in Spain - Matthew Parris
Matthew Parris''s A Castle in Spain is one man''s attempt to transform a magnificent forgotten ruin into his own castle.Walking in the Pyrenees one spring morning Matthew Parris stumbled upon a magnificent ruined mansion standing on the edge of a line of huge cliffs. Later he was to discover that parts of the house dated back to the 14th century though it had not been completed until 1559; and that it had survived two massive earthquakes before falling into disrepair in the early 1960s. A few years later, seduced by ''one of those foolish challenges that grip us in middle life'', Parris bought the house, L''Avenc, and set about restoring it to its full glory. This delightful book chronicles it all: the original discovery, the attempts to discover its history, and then the long effortful years trying to bring it back to life in the face of scepticism from family, friends and Spanish neighbours. The original edition of A Castle in Spain was published in 2005 when the renovations were a work in progress; this new edition triumphantly records all that has happened since.''Stands apart... This Englishman''s castle might have started as a dream, but it has ended up being ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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NOVA LUCE venkovní nástěnné svítidlo PARRIS antracitový hliník a čiré sklo LED 10.4W 3000K 220-240V 266st. IP65 světlo nahoru a dolů 9492650
Venkovní nástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS – Moderní design a maximální odolnostObjevte stylové venkovní nástěnné LED svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS v elegantním antracitovém provedení, které je ideální volbou pro moderní exteriéry rodinných domů, teras či komerčních prostor. Precizní kombinace hliníku a čirého skla garantuje dlouhou životnost, snadnou údržbu a nadčasový vzhled. Svítidlo šíří příjemné teplé světlo (3000K) směrem nahoru i dolů, což vytváří efektní světelnou hru na fasádě a zároveň zajišťuje dostatek bezpečného osvětlení.Výhody a klíčové vlastnosti Moderní minimalistický design – čisté linie a antracitová barva podtrhují architekturu fasády. Úsporná LED technologie – výkon 10,4 W přináší světelný tok 639 lm při nízké spotřebě. Vysoká odolnost vůči povětrnostním vlivům – krytí IP65 zajišťuje spolehlivý provoz i v náročném venkovním prostředí. Efektní nasvícení – široký úhel svícení 266° rozptyluje světlo esteticky nahoru i dolů po fasádě. Bezúdržbový provoz – integrovaný LED modul s dlouhou životností. Vysoký index podání barev Ra 82 – barvy v okolí zůstávají přirozené.Technické parametry Výška: 102 mm Šířka: 55 mm Délka: 90 mm Příkon: 10,4 W (LED zdroj je součástí balení) Světelný tok: 639 lm Barva světla: 3000 K (teplá bílá) Napětí: 220–240 V Stupeň krytí: IP65 Materiál: hliník, čiré sklo Barva: antracitová Kolekce: PARRISDoporučení architektaDíky svému ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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NOVA LUCE venkovní nástěnné svítidlo PARRIS antracitový hliník a čirý akryl LED 7.5W 3000K 220-240V 170st. IP65 9492600
Venkovní nástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS – designový prvek pro moderní exteriéryObjevte estetiku a funkčnost v jednom – venkovní nástěnné svítidlo NOVA LUCE PARRIS v elegantní antracitové barvě nabízí nejen poutavý vzhled, ale i spolehlivý světelný výkon. Svítidlo je vyrobeno z kvalitního hliníku a čirého akrylu, což zajišťuje jeho dlouhou životnost a odolnost vůči povětrnostním vlivům. Moderní LED technologie s teplotou chromatičnosti 3000K vytvoří příjemnou atmosféru na každé terase, vstupním prostoru či fasádě vašeho domu.Hlavní přednosti svítidla NOVA LUCE PARRIS Moderní design: Trojúhelníkový tvar s jemnými křivkami zapadne do každé minimalistické i nadčasové architektury. LED technologie: Úsporné a ekologické řešení s nízkou spotřebou (7,5 W) a dlouhou životností. Široký úhel svícení: 170° zajišťuje rovnoměrné osvětlení okolí. Stupeň krytí IP65: Maximální ochrana proti prachu a vodě pro bezpečný provoz v exteriéru. Teplé světlo (3000K): Ideální pro příjemné večerní nasvícení bez rušivých tónů. Včetně světelného zdroje: Svítidlo je dodáváno s integrovaným LED zdrojem – stačí zapojit a svítíte!Technické parametry Rozměry: výška 155 mm, šířka 46 mm, délka 180 mm Světelný tok: 265 lm Index podání barev Ra: 82 Napětí: 220-240V Materiál: hliník/antracit, čirý akryl Počet světelných zdrojů: 1 (integrovaný LED)Doporučení architektaToto svítidlo je perfektní volbou pro moderní i klasické fasády, kde chcete ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Spanish Ambassador's Suitcase - Matthew Parris, Andrew Bryson
The Spanish Ambassador''s Suitcase is a hilarious new collection of diplomatic tales by Matthew Parris and Andrew BrysonHeard the one about the Spanish Ambassador who arrived in the scorching Saharan desert fully suited and with a mysteriously enormous suitcase? Or the horse they gave Prime Minister John Major in Turkmenistan - which hapless embassy officials had to rescue from the clutches of the Moscow railway? These and other ''funnies'', as they are known in Whitehall, are included in Matthew Parris and and Andrew Bryson''s glorious new volume of not so diplomatic writing, which accompanies a new BBC Radio 4 series is a follow up to their acclaimed collection of ambassadors'' final despatches, Parting Shots.Drawn from Freedom of Information requests and previously overlooked Valedictories these startling despatches throw a revealing light on how the British have viewed the world - and, unwittingly perhaps, on how the world has viewed the British.Praise for Parting Shots:''Parting Shots is unbuttoned, indiscreet and very funny'' Yorkshire Post''Fascinating, if sometimes uncomfortable, reading'' Financial Times''Very funny'' GuardianAfter working in the Foreign Office then serving as a Conservative MP, Matthew Parris joined The Times in 1988. He writes two weekly columns for The Times and one for the ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Parting Shots - Matthew Parris
Matthew Parris''s Parting Shots is a treasure trove of wit, venom and serious analysis.Up till 2006 a British Ambassador leaving his post was encouraged to write what was known as a valedictory despatch, to be circulated to a small number of influential people in government. This was the parting shot, an opportunity to offer a personal and frank view of the host country, the manners and morals of its people, their institutions, the state of their cooking and their drains. But it was also a chance to let rip at the Foreign Office itself and to look back on a career spent in the service of a sometimes ungrateful nation.Combining gems from the archives with more recent despatches obtained through the Freedom of Information Act, Parting Shots sheds light on Britain''s place in the world, revealing the curious cocktail of privilege and privation that makes up the life of an ambassador.''Wonderful ... a glimpse of that lost world of private eloquence and erudite candour'' Matthew d''Ancona, Evening Standard''Unbuttoned, indiscreet and very funny'' Yorkshire PostMatthew Parris had a short career in the Foreign Office where one of his tasks was to distribute incoming valedictory despatches. He was a Conservative MP from ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Scorn - Matthew Parris
'He's 100% political herpes. Back in six months whatever you do. Or three days, like last time.' Camilla Long on Nigel Farage 'You're as ugly as a salad.' Bulgarian insult 'I'm going to beat him so bad he'll need a shoehorn to put his hat on.' Muhammed Ali There's no pleasure like a perfectly turned put-down (when it's directed at somebody else, of course) but Matthew Parris's Scorn is sharply different from the standard collections. Here are the funniest, sharpest, rudest and most devastating insults in history, from ancient Roman graffiti to the battlefields of Twitter. Drawing on bile from such masters as Dorothy Parker, Elizabeth I, Donald Trump, Groucho Marx, Princess Anne, Winston Churchill, Nigel Farage, Mae West and Alastair Campbell - which form an exchange between voices down the ages - Scorn shows that abuse can be an art form. This collection includes extended literary invective as well as short verbal shin-kicks. Encompassing literature, art, politics, showbiz, marriage, gender, nationality and religion, Matthew Parris's sublime collection is the perfect companion for the festive season, whether you're searching for the perfect elegant riposte, the rudest polite letter ever written, or a brutal verbal sledgehammer.
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This Is Not a Memoir - Janette Parris
What do you call a memoir that isn’t? In This Is Not a Memoir, Janette Parris incisively narrates a journey through lost high street landmarks of East and South London in a series of detailed artworks blending map, archive and anecdote with deadpan humour. Part graphic novel, part recollection, and accompanied by an in-conversation between Janette Parris and Gilane Tawadros, this is an intimate exploration of what it means to have ownership of public space, from Wimpy to Woolworth’s via Canning Town. And somewhere in the gaps, in absent moments caught gazing at the sky or a kerbside, an impression of a life emerges–or is that just what she wants you to think?
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Mrs Sidhu’s ‘Dead and Scone’ - Suk Pannu
The debut cosy culinary crime thriller from Suk Pannu, creator of BBC Radio 4’s Mrs Sidhu Investigates and writer for Goodness, Gracious, Me and The Kumars at No. 42.Shortlisted for the 2024 McDermid Award‘Stuffed with warmth and wicked, cross-cultural observations, Dead and Scone is a dollop of cosy crime goodness’ Vaseem Khan, author of The Malabar House series‘Mrs Sidhu – Slough''s answer to Miss Marple – is a wonderful creation’ S.J. Bennett, author of The Windsor Knot‘A tale of dark shenanigans in a quintessential English village’ J.M. Hall, author of A Spoonful of Murder‘Bake Off meets Face/Off. Devilish fun’ Eoin Colfer, author of the Artemis Fowl seriesThe perfect village.Mrs Sidhu, caterer and amateur sleuth, is delighted when she is offered a position as chef in a quiet corner of Berkshire. It’s a far cry from her cramped kitchen, where she was used to making an endless parade of aubergine bhajis!The perfect fete.In no time, Mrs Sidhu starts throwing herself into local events like the summer fete. But amongst the bunting, cakes and funfair games, a killer is lurking.The perfect crime.Mrs Sidhu soon discovers the unthinkable. A murderer is picking victims through the fairground raffle. Who is next on their list? ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Pepperpot in the Magic Wood - Alf Proysen
Mrs Pepperpot never knows when she''s going to shrink to the size of a kitchen pepperpot, and its usually at the most inconvenient moments! But being small can be a lot of fun too - Mrs Pepperpot will meet the little people in the Magic Wood, be taught to swim by a frog, and even sit on a mouse''s back!A compilation of nine short stories including: Mrs Pepperpot in the Magic Wood; Mrs Pepperpot and the Puppet Show; Midsummer Eve with the Ogres; Mrs Pepperpot and the Baby Crow; Mrs Pepperpot learns to Swim; Mrs Pepperpot gives a party; Sir Mark the Valiant; Mrs Pepperpot turns Detective; Mrs Pepperpot and the Brooch Hunt.
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The Moonstone - Wilkie Collins
The Moonstone is one of the first true works of detective fiction, in which Wilkie Collins established the groundwork for the genre itself. This Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction by Sandra Kemp.The Moonstone, a priceless yellow diamond, is looted from an Indian temple and maliciously bequeathed to Rachel Verinder. On her eighteenth birthday, her friend and suitor Franklin Blake brings the gift to her. That very night, it is stolen again. No one is above suspicion, as the idiosyncratic Sergeant Cuff and the Franklin piece together a puzzling series of events as mystifying as an opium dream and as deceptive as the nearby Shivering Sand. The intricate plot and modern technique of multiple narrators made Wilkie Collins''s 1868 work a huge success in the Victorian sensation genre. With a reconstruction of the crime, red herrings and a ''locked-room'' puzzle, The Moonstone was also a major precursor of the modern mystery novel.In her introduction Sandra Kemp explores The Moonstone''s the detective elements of Collins''s writing, and reveals how Collins''s sensibilities were untypical of his era.Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) was born in London in 1824, the eldest son of the landscape painter William Collins. In 1846 he was entered to ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle - Beatrix Potterová
The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-winkle is an original classic by Beatrix Potter.The Tale of Mrs Tiggy-winkle was first published in 1905, and is as charming today as it was then. It tells the tale of a hidden home high in the hills. It is discovered one day by a little girl called Lucie, who is in search of her missing pocket handkerchiefs. She knocks on the tiny door, and meets Mrs Tiggy-winkle who does all the washing and ironing for the neighbouring animals. Lucie spends a lovely day helping her, and it''s only right at the end of the day that she realises Mrs Tiggy-winkle is a hedgehog!Beatrix Potter is regarded as one of the world''s best-loved children''s authors of all time. From her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, published by Frederick Warne in 1902, she went on to create a series of stories based around animal characters including Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Tom Kitten. Her humorous, lively tales and beautiful illustrations have become a natural part of childhood. With revenue from the sales of her books, Beatrix Potter bought a farm - Hill Top - in the English Lake District, where ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Pargeter's Patio - Simon Brett
A bizarre discovery right under Mrs Pargeter''s patio turns a quiet and sunny June morning into a thrilling hunt for answers in this new instalment of the light-hearted and entertaining Mrs Pargeter mystery series.When widow Mrs Pargeter decides to have her morning coffee on the patio of her mansion in Chigwell, her intention is to admire her beautiful garden in peace and quiet. Little does she expect one of the patio''s paving slabs to crack in two, depositing her on the ground - and revealing a human skull with a neat hole in the middle of its forehead!Not wanting to bother the police just yet, Mrs Pargeter decides to save them some trouble and starts investigating the curious find herself. And who better to assist than her late husband''s ''business associates'', private investigator Truffler Mason and chauffeur Gary? The trio are soon certain that a murder has been committed and the body disposed of under some convenient building works. But who is the mysterious victim? And more importantly, who put the body under Mrs Pargeter''s patio?Mrs Pargeter and her friends must find out the truth and soon, before the finger of suspicion points in an unthinkable direction: towards the late, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Pargeter's Patio - Simon Brett
A bizarre discovery right under Mrs Pargeter''s patio turns a quiet and sunny June morning into a thrilling hunt for answers in this new instalment of the light-hearted and entertaining Mrs Pargeter mystery series.When widow Mrs Pargeter decides to have her morning coffee on the patio of her mansion in Chigwell, her intention is to admire her beautiful garden in peace and quiet. Little does she expect one of the patio''s paving slabs to crack in two, depositing her on the ground - and revealing a human skull with a neat hole in the middle of its forehead!Not wanting to bother the police just yet, Mrs Pargeter decides to save them some trouble and starts investigating the curious find herself. And who better to assist than her late husband''s ''business associates'', private investigator Truffler Mason and chauffeur Gary? The trio are soon certain that a murder has been committed and the body disposed of under some convenient building works. But who is the mysterious victim? And more importantly, who put the body under Mrs Pargeter''s patio?Mrs Pargeter and her friends must find out the truth and soon, before the finger of suspicion points in an unthinkable direction: towards the late, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Other Side of Mrs. Wood, The - Lucy Barker
For fans of The Lost Apothecary or the Mermaid and Mrs Hancock, a deliciously atmospheric historical novel about the rivalry between two female mediums during Victorian London’s obsession with Spiritualism.Mrs. Violet Wood is London’s premier medium, a woman of supreme ambition whose unique abilities have earned her the admiration and trust of London’s elite. Mrs. Wood is indeed a clever and gifted seer—her skill is unmatched in predicting exactly what her wealthy patrons want to hear from the beyond.But times are changing. First, a nosey newspaperman has begun working to expose false mediums across London. Many of Mrs. Wood’s friends—and, yes, some of her foes—have fallen to his merciless accusations. Worse yet, though Mrs. Wood’s monthly séance tables are still packed, she’s noticed that it’s been harder to snare coveted new patrons. There are rumors from America of mediums materializing full spirits. . . . How long will her audiences be content with quivering tables and candle theatrics?Then, at one of Mrs Wood’s routine gatherings, she hears that most horrifying of sounds—a yawn. When a sweet girl with an uncanny talent for the craft turns up at her door, Mrs. Wood decides that a protégé will be just the thing ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Other Side of Mrs. Wood - Lucy Barker
For fans of The Lost Apothecary or the Mermaid and Mrs Hancock, a deliciously atmospheric historical novel about the rivalry between two female mediums during Victorian London’s obsession with Spiritualism.Mrs. Violet Wood is London’s premier medium, a woman of supreme ambition whose unique abilities have earned her the admiration and trust of London’s elite. Mrs. Wood is indeed a clever and gifted seer—her skill is unmatched in predicting exactly what her wealthy patrons want to hear from the beyond.But times are changing. First, a nosey newspaperman has begun working to expose false mediums across London. Many of Mrs. Wood’s friends—and, yes, some of her foes—have fallen to his merciless accusations. Worse yet, though Mrs. Wood’s monthly séance tables are still packed, she’s noticed that it’s been harder to snare coveted new patrons. There are rumors from America of mediums materializing full spirits. . . . How long will her audiences be content with quivering tables and candle theatrics?Then, at one of Mrs Wood’s routine gatherings, she hears that most horrifying of sounds—a yawn. When a sweet girl with an uncanny talent for the craft turns up at her door, Mrs. Wood decides that a protégé will be just the thing ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Pepperpot Again - Alf Proysen
Mrs Pepperpot has a little problem - an enormous little problem - she shrinks! And when she does, she finds herself facing all sorts of funny situations of giant-sized proportions! But whether it''s a big brown bear or a moose on the loose, clever little Mrs Pepperpot is always ready with some very big ideas.A compilation of thirteen fun short stories including: Mrs Pepperpot tries to please her Husband; Mrs Pepperpot Minds the Baby; Mrs Pepperpot’s Penny Watchman; The Bad Luck Story; Mrs Pepperpot and the Moose; Mrs Pepperpot Finds a Hidden Treasure; Mr Pepperpot; The Ogres; The Good Luck Story; Mr Big Toe’s Journey; A Concertina Concert; A Birthday Party in Topsy Turvy Town; Father Christmas and the Carpenter.
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Mr&Mrs Fragrance Ultrazvukový difuzér Mr Bird (8053288290696)
Aroma difuzér - objem nádoby 300 ml, podsvícení a ultrazvuk, doporučená velikost místnosti 30 m2, bílá barva, materiál plast Chcete doma příjemně provoněný vzduch? Přesně s tím vám může pomoci ultrazvukový aroma difuzér Mr&Mrs Fragrance. Vzhledem k 300 ml nádobce vydrží pracovat dostatečně dlouhou dobu. Pro provoz stačí jen nalít vodu s aroma esencí do nádobky a ultrazvukový aroma difuzér začne produkovat studenou voňavou páru. K jeho výrobě slouží plast. Aroma difuzér Mr&Mrs Fragrance je vhodný do místností o výměře 30 m2. Klíčové vlastnosti aroma difuzéru Mr&Mrs Fragrance Ultrazvukový difuzér Mr Bird Ultrazvukový aroma difuzér Mr&Mrs Fragrance provoní vaši domácnost krásnou vůní během pár chvil Ideální do místnosti o celkové výměře 30 m2 Za provozu je přístroj osvětlen Objem nádobky je 300 ml Barva difuzéru je bílá Aroma difuzér Mr&Mrs Fragrance vás potěší svými funkcemi Funkce ultrazvukového aroma difuzéru Mr&Mrs Fragrance vám zajisté zpříjemní a ulehčí...
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Mrs Plansky's Revenge - Spencer Quinn
Mrs Plansky's Revenge is bestselling author Spencer Quinn's first novel in a new series since the meteoric launch of Chet and Bernie -- introducing the irresistible and unforgettable Mrs Plansky, in a story perfect for book clubs and commercial fiction readers. Mrs Loretta Plansky, a widow in her seventies, is settling into retirement in Florida while dealing with her 98-year-old father and fielding requests for money from her beloved children and grandchildren.Thankfully, her new hip hasn’t changed her killer tennis game one bit. One night Mrs Plansky is startled awake by a phone call from a voice claiming to be her grandson Will, who needs ten thousand dollars to get out of a jam. By morning, Mrs Plansky has lost everything.Law enforcement announces that her life savings have vanished, and that it’s hopeless to find the scammers behind the heist. First humiliated, then furious, Loretta Plansky refuses to be just another victim. In a courageous bid for justice, Mrs Plansky follows her only clue on a whirlwind adventure to a small village in Romania to get her money and her dignity back — and perhaps find a new lease on life, too.
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The Man in the Brown Suit - James Parris
On 16 July 1936 a man in a brown suit stepped from the crowd on London’s Constitution Hill and pointed a loaded revolver at King Edward VIII as he rode past. The monarch was moments from death. But MI5 and the Metropolitan Police Special Branch had known for three months an attack was planned: the man in the brown suit himself had warned them. This mysterious man, lost to history, was George McMahon, a petty criminal with a record of involvement with the police. He was also an MI5 informant, providing intelligence on Italian and possibly German espionage in Britain. Dismissed by the rest of the world as a drunken loser and fantasist, he saw his life as an epic drama. Why did MI5 and the police fail to act? Was it a simple blunder on the part of the security services, or was something far more sinister involved? In this first full-length study of the threat to the life of Edward VIII, James Parris uses material from MI5 and police files at the National Archives to reach explosive conclusions about the British Establishment’s determination to remove Edward from the throne.
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Mrs March - Virginia Feito
‘Nastily good fun’ MetroSET TO BECOME A MAJOR MOTION PICTURE STARRING ELIZABETH MOSSShirley Jackson meets Ottessa Moshfegh meets My Sister the Serial Killer in a brilliantly unsettling and darkly funny debut novel full of suspense and paranoiaGeorge March’s latest novel is a smash hit. None could be prouder than Mrs. March, his dutiful wife, who revels in his accolades and relishes the lifestyle and status his success brings.A creature of routine and decorum, Mrs. March lives an exquisitely controlled existence on the Upper East Side. Every morning begins the same way, with a visit to her favourite patisserie to buy a loaf ofolive bread, but her latest trip proves to be her last when she suffers an indignity from which she may never recover: an assumption by the shopkeeper that the protagonist in George March’s new book –a pathetic sex worker, more a figure of derision than desire – is based on Mrs. March.One casual remark robs Mrs. March not only of her beloved olive bread but of the belief that she knew everything about her husband – and herself – sending her on an increasingly paranoid journey, onethat starts within the pages of a book but may very well ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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How British Intelligence Plotted to Read Hitler's Mind - James Parris
In the darkest days of the Second World War, as Europe fell under Nazi domination and Britain faced invasion, Louis de Wohl, a 36-year-old refugee from Germany, made a curious offer to British Intelligence. Based on the widely held belief that Hitler’s every action was guided by his horoscope, de Wohl claimed he could reveal precisely what advice the Führer’s astrologers were giving him.Rather than dismissing de Wohl out of hand as a crank, senior intelligence officers and chiefs of staff of the three armed services took him at his word. De Wohl was made an army captain and quartered in the Grosvenor House Hotel, from where his one-man ‘Psychological Research Bureau’ passed astrological readings and assessments to the War Office, before his deployment to the United States by the highly secret Special Operations Executive on a propaganda mission.Was it possible that Military and Naval intelligence officers could take the ancient and arcane practice of astrology seriously? Was de Wohl genuine or merely a charlatan? Did his astrological readings contribute to the downfall of Hitler and Nazi Germany?In How British Intelligence Plotted to Read Hitler’s Mind, the first fulllength study of Louis de Wohl, James Parris examines the evidence – ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Leadership Legacy - Adah Parris
An essential new vision for leaders of all stripes seeking to navigate their responsibility to the planet and their fellow global citizens. In Leadership Legacy, renowned futurist, activist, and speaker, Adah Parris, delivers an eye-opening exploration of how digital technology interacts with our elemental connections to the world. The author discusses themes of natural connection—ether, air, fire, water, earth—and how they contribute to a "digital symbiosis" that shapes our present and our future. Each chapter is an invitation to explore either an essay, letter, reflection on interviews or a personal journal-style self-reflective thought-piece sharing how the natural elements shape our digital presence and influence future innovations. Inside, you'll find advocacy for a mindful approach to navigating the complexity of power dynamics and paradoxes linked to technology and innovation that respects our individual and shared heritages and nurtures a regenerative future. Inside the book: An introduction to "Cyborg Shamanism" a philosophy embracing the fusion of technology and natureInsightful discussions and perspectives of the contributions being made by people bringing traditional and Indigenous perspectives to creative, technological, innovative economic and environmental conversationsAn original approach to the human relationship with the planet—one that focuses on its interconnected, interdependent, and symbiotic nature Leadership Legacy ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Noah's Garden - Jackie Morris
A new story about the lovable, independent-minded and resourceful Mrs Noah will be widely welcomed."Mrs Noah touched the earth. It was warm on her fingertips. She looked all round the Ark. On the south side the slope was less steep. A few shrubs and bushes had clung on, despite the flood. Two yew trees stood, ancient and tall.Yes, thought Mrs Noah. Here."Mrs Noah, ever-resourceful, ever-surprising, won a host of admirers with Mrs Noah''s Pockets (2016). Now, with the Ark safely grounded, she gives herself a new task, to make a garden in the bare earth. The famously deep pockets hold flower and plant seeds, and with her children''s help she prepares the ground, plants and waters, until on a magical midsummer''s morning, the garden is there in full bloom. For Mr Noah, who has watched her sewing in the evenings and thought, ''Ah, curtains at last'', there is a special surprise. Mrs Noah''s Pockets was one of the Guardian''s Best Picture Books of 2017.
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Great by Choice - Jim Collins, Morten T. Hansen
THE NEW QUESTIONTen years after the worldwide bestseller Good to Great, Jim Collins returns with another groundbreaking work, this time to ask: Why do some companies thrive in uncertainty, even chaos, and others do not? Based on nine years of research, buttressed by rigorous analysis and infused with engaging stories, Collins and his colleague, Morten Hansen, enumerate the principles for building a truly great enterprise in unpredictable, tumultuous, and fast-moving times.THE NEW STUDY Great by Choice distinguishes itself from Collins''s prior work by its focus not just on performance, but also on the type of unstable environments faced by leaders today. With a team of more than twenty researchers, Collins and Hansen studied companies that rose to greatness - beating their industry indexes by a minimum of ten times over fifteen years - in environments characterized by big forces and rapid shifts that leaders could not predict or control. The research team then contrasted these "10X companies" to a carefully selected set of comparison companies that failed to achieve greatness in similarly extreme environments.THE NEW FINDINGSThe study results were full of provocative surprises. Such as: * The best leaders were not more risk taking, more visionary, and more creative than ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0 - Jim Collins
______________________________THE BOOK THAT REED HASTINGS AT NETFLIX TOLD EVERY ASPIRING CEO TO READNearly thirty years ago, Stanford University faculty members Jim Collins and Bill Lazier showed you how to turn an entrepreneurial business into an enduring great company.Beyond Entrepreneurship became a leadership staple, particularly among small and early-stage companies. And while Collins would go on to write a series of famous bestsellers that have sold more than ten million copies worldwide, this lesser-known early work remains the favourite of many of his loyal readers.Now, with Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, Collins re-shares the timeless insights in Beyond Entrepreneurship alongside new perspectives gleaned after decades of additional research into what makes great companies tick. In Beyond Entrepreneurship 2.0, you''ll learn how to turn your company into the 2.0 version of itself. You''ll be challenged to grow your own leadership as your company grows, from 1x to 2x to 5x to 10x. You''ll learn Collins''s newest reflections on people decisions, insights that extend beyond his seminal "first who" principle about getting the right people on the bus. You''ll learn why luck favours the persistent, and what it means to look for "who luck." You''ll learn about the origins of the "BHAG" (Big Hairy Audacious ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Pepperpot Stories - Alf Proysen
Everyone loves little Mrs Pepperpot! This compilation has 20 classic Mrs Pepperpot tales.Mrs Pepperpot can''t choose when she will shrink to the size of a pepperpot - it just happens.But whatever she encounters, whether it be a mountain of pancakes, a crafty fox or a monstrous mousetrap, little Mrs Pepperpot will always come out on top.The Mrs Pepperpot tales are delightful short stories for children, perfect for fans of Dick King-Smith and Enid Blyton.
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Mrs Quinn’s Rise to Fame - Olivia Ford
Mrs Quinn is the unlikely star of Britain''s favourite baking show, but could her newfound stardom cause her biggest secret to unravel?''As delicious and comforting as a freshly baked sponge. A most, heartwarming story and delightful debut'' Ruth Jones, bestselling author of Love Untold‘Calling all Great British Baking Show fans: this charming novel will fill the cake-shaped hole in your heart with the kind of feel-good suspense we love from the likes of Paul Hollywood’ Good Housekeeping ----Jennifer Quinn has a secret. Her love of baking has just won her a spot as a contestant on a primetime TV show. It''s only the second time in fifty-nine years that she''s kept something from her beloved husband Bernard.She''s about to be whisked into an unfamiliar world of cameras, timed challenges and celebrity judges. She could be in with a chance of being crowned the best baker in Britain.But, as Mrs Quinn''s quiet ambitions turn into unexpected stardom, the other secret she''s been keeping is in danger of resurfacing. It was supposed to stay hidden forever.Will Mrs Quinn rise to the challenge? Or, will her success become a recipe for disaster?----''A gorgeous, gorgeous book. Funny and sad in equal measure, the humour ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Harris Goes to Paris & Mrs Harris Goes to New York - Gallico Paul
***A BOOK CLUB PICK FROM THE QUEEN CONSORT''S READING ROOM***Now a major film, starring Leslie Manville, Isabelle Huppert, Jason Isaacs and Lucas Bravo''Mrs Harris is one of the great creations of fiction - so real that you feel you know her, yet truly magical as well. I can never have enough of her'' Justine Picardie''It is almost impossible not to succumb to Gallico''s spell'' Times Literary SupplementMrs Harris is a salt-of-the-earth London charlady who cheerfully cleans the houses of the rich. One day, when tidying Lady Dant''s wardrobe, she comes across the most beautiful thing she has ever seen in her life - a Dior dress. In all the years of her drab and humble existence, she''s never seen anything as magical as the dress before her and she''s never wanted anything as much before. Determined to make her dream come true, Mrs Harris scrimps, saves and slaves away until one day, after three long, uncomplaining years, she finally has enough money to go to Paris.When she arrives at the House of Dior, Mrs Harris has little idea of how her life is about to be turned upside down and how many other lives she will transform forever. Always kind, ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse - Beatrix Potterová
Mrs Tittlemouse is a terribly tidy little wood mouse. She is always sweeping her burrow, polishing and tidying. It is an endless job and it seems that no sooner has she made a good start than another messy visitor appears to leave their muddy footprints everywhere.Beatrix Potter had in her youth made beautiful microscopic studies of insects, and this knowledge enabled her to produce delightful pictures of the many uninvited guests, from spiders to bees, found in Mrs. Tittlemouse''s underground home.The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse is number eleven in Beatrix Potter''s series of 23 little books, the titles of which are as follows:1 The Tale of Peter Rabbit2 The Tale of Squirrel Nutkin3 The Tailor of Gloucester4 The Tale of Benjamin Bunny5 The Tale of Two Bad Mice6 The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle7 The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher8 The Tale of Tom Kitten9 The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck10 The Tale of the Flopsy Bunnies11 The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse12 The Tale of Timmy Tiptoes13 The Tale of Johnny Town-Mouse 14 The Tale of Mr. Tod15 The Tale of Pigling Bland16 The Tale of Samuel Whiskers17 The Tale of The Pie and the Patty-Pan18 The Tale of Ginger and Pickles19 ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Mrs Gulliver - Valerie Martin
''Irresistible - a funny, sexy romp that''s also smart, even wise'' Kirkus starred review''Pure elegance, subtlety and wit. A triumph of a novel'' - Francesca Segal, author of Mother ShipIt is 1954, and prostitution is legal in the tropical haven that is Verona Island. Here, among gangsters and corrupt lawmen, Lila Gulliver runs a brothel that promises her exclusive clientele privacy and discretion. When nineteen-year-old Carità , beautiful and blind since birth, comes to her door seeking employment, Mrs Gulliver sees a business opportunity and takes a chance. Carità is mesmerising, sharp and a mystery to her employer, always holding herself at a distance.One night, the son of a wealthy judge patronises Mrs Gulliver''s establishment, immediately falling madly in love with Carità . This is Ian Drohan - young, idealistic and cushioned by wealth and family connections. Mrs Gulliver mistrusts him, and worries for Carità ''s future. Carità , on the other hand, is fearless, headstrong and a force of nature that Mrs Gulliver is always several steps behind. A dazzling drama filled with sex, wry wit and literary references, Mrs Gulliver follows two women who have nothing to lose in their fight for agency on an island too ready ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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The Road to Wisdom - Collins Francis S.
''Inspirational''- YO YO MA''When Dr Collins speaks, I listen - and his message is more important now than ever''- PRESIDENT BILL CLINTON''Collins''s personal journey of reflection and discovery will speak to many struggling to make sense of life, cope with uncertainty, and find their place in a greater scheme of things''- ALISTER MCGRATH''Francis is a careful, friendly and generous thinker. This book will help anyone who wishes to see integrity, civility and truth prevail in the public square.''- JUSTIN BRIERLEY''Dr Francis Collins is a bridge person in a polarized time. Amid the shrillness of our era, Collins offers a calming voice of hope''- PHILIP YANCEY''I would recommend this book to anyone.''- NICKY GUMBEL''This practical, refreshingly humble book offers guidance for all those worried about the state of wisdom in our world''- ELIZABETH OLDFIELDFrom world-leading scientist and New York Times bestselling author of The Language of God, a deeply thoughtful guidebook to discerning what and who we can trust to move us from societal discord to civic harmony.As the COVID-19 pandemic revealed, western society has become not just hyper-partisan, but also deeply cynical; distrustful of traditional sources of knowledge and wisdom such as science and faith. Scepticism about vaccines led to ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Armadale - Wilkie Collins
An innovative novel featuring an astonishingly wicked female villain, Wilkie Collins''s Armadale was regarded by T.S. Eliot as ''the best of [his] romances''. This Penguin Classics edition is edited with an introduction and notes by John Sutherland.When the elderly Allan Armadale makes a terrible confession on his death-bed, he has little idea of the repercussions to come, for the secret he reveals involves the mysterious Lydia Gwilt: flame-haired temptress, bigamist, laudanum addict and husband-poisoner. Her malicious intrigues fuel the plot of this gripping melodrama: a tale of confused identities, inherited curses, romantic rivalries, espionage, money - and murder. The character of Lydia Gwilt horrified contemporary critics, with one reviewer describing her as ''One of the most hardened female villains whose devices and desires have ever blackened fiction''. She remains among the most enigmatic and fascinating women in nineteenth-century literature and the dark heart of this most sensational of Victorian ''sensation novels''.John Sutherland''s introduction illustrated how Wilkie Collins drew on scandalous newspaper headlines and on new technology particularly the penny post and the telegraph - to lend extra pace and veracity to his tale. This edition also contains notes, further reading and an appendix on stage dramatisations of Armadale.Wilkie Collins (1824-1889) ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Michael Collins and the Women Who Spied For Ireland - Meda Ryan
Michael Collins and the Women Who Spied for Ireland is the first book to concentrate on the crucial role played by women in Collins''s personal and working life. From his boyhood in an overwhelmingly female household in West Cork, women brought out the best in him and he brought out the best in them. Susan Killeen, his first girlfriend, remained a steadfast ally throughout his life. From 1917, his girlfriend, Madeline (Dilly) Dicker, helped to ease the burden of his huge workload as well as acting as a secret agent. Society ladies Moya Llewelyn Davies and Lady Hazel Lavery were conduits between Collins and the British Establishment and active participants in his work of espionage. In the final years of his life the true romantic passion between him and Kitty Kiernan is testified to by their frequent correspondence.These women, and many others who participated in the national struggle, women such as Kathleen Clarke, Leslie Price, Peg Barrett, Nancy O''Brien, Madge Hales and Collins'' sister Mary Collins Powell, are woven into this fascinating narrative of Collins'' life.
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Mrs Warren'S Profession
"Mrs. Warren's Profession" is a play written by Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw. The play explores themes of social hypocrisy, gender roles, and the morality of prostitution. The main character, Mrs. Kitty Warren, is a successful businesswoman who runs a chain of brothels in various European cities. She is a shrewd and ambitious woman who has built her wealth and status through the sex trade. Despite the controversial nature of her profession, Mrs. Warren is unapologetic about her choices and views her work as a necessary means of survival and financial independence. The play centers around Mrs. Warren's relationship with her daughter, Vivie, who has been raised in the belief that her mother is a respectable woman involved in more legitimate business ventures. However, as Vivie uncovers the truth about her mother's profession, she is confronted with conflicting emotions and moral dilemmas. "Mrs. Warren's Profession" is considered one of Shaw's most controversial plays due to its explicit discussion of prostitution and the moral ambiguity surrounding the characters' actions. It sparked significant debate and censorship efforts during its initial release, but it has since become recognized as a classic work of modern drama for its thought-provoking themes and sharp social commentary.
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Mrs. Peanuckle's Earth Alphabet - Jessie Ford, Mrs. Peanuckle
Explore our wondrous planet while learning the ABCs with Mrs. Peanuckle! With playful text, bright illustrations, and sturdy pages, this alphabet book will engage toddlers, and take them on an alphabet adventure through the natural world!Mrs. Peanuckle shares everything that makes Earth so special—and all the important ways we can protect our home from climate change in her latest tour of the ABCs! From A to Z, Mrs. Peanuckle introduces toddlers to 26 different natural-world experiences. With bold, colorful pages, strong graphic art, and exciting design, these simple nature words are sure to be a hit with budding environmentalists and curious young scientists.Collect all of Mrs. Peanuckle''s Alphabet books, including: KitchenHikingBirdTreeBugFlowerFruitVegetable
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Michael Collins (BLU-RAY)
Blu-ray film Michael Collins HD [1996]. České titulky. Dolby Digital. Příběh Michaela Collinse, vůdce boje za irskou svobodu, jehož odvaha a tragický osud formovaly dějiny národa. Irsko 1916. Jeho sny vzbuzovaly naději. Jeho slova rozněcovala vášeň. Jeho odvaha určila osud národa. Píše se rok 1920 a Irsko prožívá dramatické okamžiky přerodu ostrova na svobodnou a nezávislou zemi. Irové jsou hrdým národem, který si nade vše váží klasických mravních hodnot a víry v Boha. Stejně tak ale dokáží téměř vše obětovat pocitu svobody a národní svrchovanosti. Průsečíkem národního charakteru se stává Michael Collins, jemuž se podařilo sjednotit široké masy v celonárodní spontánní hnutí. Zároveň je však i zakladatelem Irské republikánské armády (IRA), který zároveň stál u zrodu jejích teroristických praktik... Režisér Neil Jordan si pro titulní roli vybral Liama Neesona, který postavě Michaela Collinse dokázal vtisknout rozměr nespoutané touhy po svobodě, jakož i věčné dramatické napětí, oscilující mezi individuálními a celospolečenskými zájmy. Jeho osud je ve svém tragickém vyznění až příliš podobný všem ostatním osobnostem, které i za cenu nejvyšší posouvaly vývoj dějin kupředu.Bonusy:• Komentář Neila Jordana• Na slovíčko s Neilem Jordanem• Vystřižené scény• Trailer• The South Bank Show Rozhovor s Neilem Jordanem a záběry skutečného Michaela Collinse – dokument
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Ms Rachel: Potty Time with Bean - Ms Rachel
Make potty training a breeze with this helpful board book brought to you by every toddler’s favourite teacher and YouTube star Ms Rachel!Worried about potty training? Wave goodbye to nappies and say hello to toilet trained toddlers! Ms Rachel brings her wealth of expertise to this fun and relatable board book for little ones. Join Bean as Ms Rachel guides him through the tricky, toilet training journey and helps him to learn how to use the potty in a stress-free and playful way. Little ones will love the comforting and engaging story, soothing songs and cute illustrations. With pages of practical advice from Ms Rachel and plenty of potty-training tips, this book helps make this important milestone an enjoyable experience for everyone. Don’t miss these other brilliant books by Ms Rachel:100 First WordsHide and Seek with HerbieFrankie's Train DayA Day on the FarmMs Rachel and Bean and the Bedtime RoutineMs Rachel and the Special SurpriseMy First Colouring Book
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Hollywood Kids - Jackie Collins
Featuring a brand new introduction from lifelong fan and Closer magazine Book Reviewer, Amy Rowland, talking about what Jackie and her books mean to her! ‘I read hundreds of books every year. But Jackie Collins’ novels are the only ones I can read over and over’ AMY ROWLAND'Jackie Collins’s daring, unapologetic stroke of the pen, combined with her glorious wit, has single-handedly given creative license to new generations of authors and storytellers.' COLLEEN HOOVER At the novel's core is the Hollywood Five, a clique of jaded twenty-somethings whose parents (all major players) thought that child-rearing ended with naming their offspring after themselves. Not since best-selling superstar Jackie Collins created Hollywood Wives, the book which established a whole new standard for novels of the American dream in the extreme, has she dealt so incisively and so revealingly with tinseltown, and with the people who live and die there. There have been many imitators, but only ever one Jackie Collins. With millions of her books sold around the world, and thirty-one New York Times bestsellers, she is one of the world’s top-selling novelists. From glamorous Beverly Hills bedrooms to Hollywood movie studios; from glittering rock concerts to the yachts of billionaires, Jackie ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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An Heiress's Guide to Deception and Desire - Manda Collins
Former lovers become reluctant allies in this delightfully witty historical rom-com from the bestselling author of A Lady''s Guide to Mischief and Mayhem - for fans of Evie Dunmore, Enola Holmes and Netflix''s Bridgerton!England, 1866: Miss Caroline Hardcastle has finally found purpose in her life, bringing attention to insidious crimes against women. But her parents'' unexpected return from the Continent jeopardizes Caro''s hard-won freedom. They present her with an ultimatum: marry into a title . . . or else. Caro is confident that no gentleman would wed an on-the-shelf journalist, no matter how large her dowry is. But when a dear friend goes missing, Caro finds her best ally is also the nobleman she once dreamed of marrying.Ever since a devastating heartbreak in his younger years, Lord Valentine Thorn has stayed clear of the parson''s trap. Only now, with the lineage in danger, does Val agree to find a bride - with the condition his heart remains unattached. But when his cousin becomes entangled in the disappearance of a young actress, Val finds the only one with any answers is also the only woman he ever dreamed of marrying. Despite their complicated history, Caro and Val reluctantly agree to an ... Unknown localization key: "more"
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Kráska a Zvíře - Mrs Potts and Chip - dárková sada (5056577702125)
Dárková sada Sada Kráska a Zvíře - Mrs Potts and Chip nadchne všechny příznivce pohádky Kráska a zvíře. Obsahuje roztomilý hrnek v designu Chipa a čajovou konvičku na motivy paní Konvičkové. Vyrobené jsou z velmi kvalitní keramiky a ideální jako dekorace. Sada Kráska a Zvíře - Mrs Potts and Chip ozdobí každý interiér. Klíčové vlastnosti dárkové sady Kráska a Zvíře - Mrs Potts and ChipDárková sada na motivy pohádky Kráska a zvířeObsahuje roztomilý hrnek v designu Chipa a čajovou konvičku s designem paní KonvičkovéVyrobené jsou z velmi kvalitní keramikySada Kráska a Zvíře - Mrs Potts and Chip je ideální jako dekoraceJedná se o oficiálně licencovaný produktBarevné provedení: černo-žluto-modro-růžovo-bílé Objem hrnku:300 ml Rozměry konvičky:7,4 × 5,7 × 4,8 cm
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Mr&Mrs Fragrance Icon difuzér láhev černá 1 l (8051277333690)
Vonné tyčinky - Milujete vonné difuzéry, ale rádi vůně střídáte? Pak je tu pro vás difuzér Icon Mr&Mrs Fragrance! V balení naleznete skleněnou lahvičku a tyčinky, parfém si můžete vždy vybrat dle vlastních preferencí. Jde o elegantní černou lahev, která se hodí do každého interiéru. Difuzér Icon od Mr&Mrs Fragrance má objem 1 l. Difuzér se hodí i jako dárek. Klíčové vlastnosti difuzéru s tyčinkami Icon Mr&Mrs FragranceDifuzér Icon je od značky Mr&Mrs FragranceLahev je elegantní a hodí se do každého interiéruBalení obsahuje lahvičku a tyčinkyNeobsahuje parfémRozměry: 22 × 12 cm Objem: 1 l
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