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It's So Easy (and other lies) - Duff McKagan

Explosive autobiography of Guns N'' Roses and Velvet Revolver bass guitarist Duff McKaganDuff McKagan was a co-founder of Guns N'' Roses, with a 13-year tenure on bass in what was at the time the biggest band on earth. As well as pulling together the classic line-up (Slash on guitar, Steven Adler on drums, rhythm guitarist Izzy Stradlin and vocalist Axl Rose), Duff was the unofficial musical director of the band and the most experienced musician, and played bass, drums and guitar, as well as co-writing many of the songs. Over the years, Guns N'' Roses have broken many records in rock history - APPETITE FOR DESTRUCTION is the most successful debut album in the history of recorded music; the band''s 1991 records, USE YOUR ILLUSION parts 1 and 2, debuted at one and two on the album charts, a feat never achieve before or since; and their 28-month ILLUSION world tour is still the longest running concert tour in history.Duff charts the rise of the group, and his own fall, as with success came heavy drinking and drug use, culminating in his hospitalisation for acute pancreatitis in 1994. Forced to sober up, Duff started taking an interest in business, eventually ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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It's About Time! - Don Brown

Award-winning author-illustrator Don Brown explores the science of time in It’s About Time!, part of the Big Ideas That Changed the World graphic novel series In It’s About Time!, narrator Albert Einstein takes kids through time—literally. Measuring time is explored, from the stone circles and giant pyramids of ancient cultures to hourglasses and sundials to early time pieces and watches to atomic clocks. This fun and fast-moving graphic novel for young readers explains why there are 12 months a year, 24 hours in a day, 60 minutes in an hour, and 60 seconds in a minute. And seven days in the week. From Stonehenge to Greenwich Mean Time to James Hutton’s Deep Time, the book helps kids understand the passage of time, and why sometimes it seems so slow and other times way, way too fast. Also includes: Time Timeline, Who was Albert Einstein?, endnotes, and a bibliography. Big Ideas That Changed the World is a graphic novel series that celebrates the hard-won succession of ideas that ultimately changed the world. Humor, drama, and art unite to tell the story of events, discoveries, and ingenuity over time that led humans to come up with a big idea and then make ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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It's Not OK to Feel Blue (and other lies) - Scarlett Curtis

''This is the freshest, most honest collection of writings about mental health that I''ve read...searing wit, blinding passion, bleeding emotion and a fantastic, heroic, glorious refusal to lie down and take it'' - Stephen Fry''Reading this book made me feel more normal about the things I feel sometimes...It''s a great book; however you''re feeling, it''ll help'' - Ed Sheeran''This is the book I needed when I was little. May this be a leap forward in the much needed conversation around mental health'' - Jameela Jamil Everyone has a mental health. So we asked:What does yours mean to you? THE RESULT IS EXTRAORDINARY.Over 60 people have shared their stories. Powerful, funny, moving, this book is here to tell you:It''s OK.With writing from: Adam Kay - Alastair Campbell - Alexis Caught - Ben Platt - Bryony Gordon - Candice Carty-Williams - Charlie Mackesy - Charly Cox - Chidera Eggerue - Claire Stancliffe - Davina McCall - Dawn O''Porter - Elizabeth Day - Elizabeth Uviebinené - Ella Purnell - Emilia Clarke - Emma Thompson - Eve Delaney - Fearne Cotton - Gabby Edlin - Gemma Styles - GIRLI (Milly Toomey) - Grace Beverley - Hannah Witton - Honey Ross - Hussain Manawer - ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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It's So Easy to Make - Author Patrick Zeinali

Cooking should be simple, accessible, and enjoyableIf you’re looking for a between-meals snack or even a simple but quick dinner, Patrick Zeinali, the personality behind a massive online community hungry for quick and easy recipes of all varieties, has you covered with 80 recipes to satiate your cravings.Having begun his online culinary journey in 2019, Patrick''s determination to spread far and wide the fact that cooking can be as easy as you want it to be has since amassed him millions of followers across platforms.Open up It’s So Easy to Make! and choose the recipe that’s right for you. Many recipes won’t need more than 10 minutes and most will not require many ingredients. Before you know it, you’ll have the perfect sweet or savory dish that can be made just about anywhere–perfect for when you’re short on ingredients, time, or inspiration.In this book, Patrick offers up 40 savory recipes such as Fluffy Cheese Bread, Honey Butter Fried Chicken, and Spicy Potato Noodles, as well as 40 sweet recipes like Jelly Roll Ups, Chocolate Ganache Cake, and the Korean Ice Cream Bar. You''ll find these recipes and more categorized but their savory versus sweet profiles and their status as an ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Gentrification Is Inevitable and Other Lies - Leslie Kern

What does gentrification look like? Can we even agree that it is a process that replaces one community with another? It is a question of class? Or of economic opportunity? Who does it affect the most? Is there any way to combat it? Leslie Kern, author of the best selling Feminist City, travels from Toronto, New York, London, Paris and San Francisco and scrutinises the myth and lies that surround this most urgent urban crisis of our times.First observed in 1950s London, and theorised by leading thinkers such as Ruth Glass, Jane Jacobs and Sharon Zukin, this devastating process of displacement now can be found in every city and most neighbourhoods. Beyond the Yoga studio, farmer's market and tattoo parlour, gentrification is more than a metaphor, but impacts the most vulnerable communities. Kern proposes an intersectional way at looking at the crisis that seek to reveal the violence based on class, race, gender and sexuality. She argues that gentrification is not natural That it can not be understood in economics terms, or by class. That it is not a question of taste. That it can only be measured only by the physical displacement of certain people. Rather, she argues, it ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Love and Other Lies - Ben McPherson

A mother and father search for the truth behind their daughters disappearance in this stunning psychological suspense novel that takes Nordic noir to a level that is emotional, painful, and utterly memorable (Alex Marwood, Edgar Awardwinning author of The Poison Garden).Caland Elsa have the perfect relationship; theyre still deeply in love afterfifteen years of marriage, they have three incredible children, and mostimportantly, they never lie to each other. But when their oldest daughterdisappears in a summer camp shooting outside Oslo, Norway, Cal and Elsas livesare changed forever.Calbelieves his family is strong enough to weather this blow and hold out hope forLicias return, but as they all deal with the tragedy in different ways, doubtsbegin to creep in. Their younger daughter, Vee, is definitely hiding somethingfrom her parents. And Elsa would never lie to Cal, but is she telling him the wholetruth? As the reality of what happened at the camp comes to light, each familymembers morals will be tested. In the end, will their love for one another beenough to hold them together?

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Feminists Don't Wear Pink (and other lies) - Scarlett Curtis

The Sunday Times BestsellerNational Book Awards Winner 2018!This is the must-read book that every woman needs. "Brilliant, hysterical, truthful and real. These essays illuminate the path for our future female leaders." - Reese WitherspoonWe asked 52 women: what does the F word mean to you? The result is extraordinary.Curated by journalist and activist Scarlett Curtis, with incredible pieces by:Emma Watson - Zoe Sugg - Keira Knightley - Gemma Arterton - Bridget Jones (by Helen Fielding) - Saoirse Ronan - Liv Little - Dolly Alderton - Karen Gillan - Alicia Garza - Jameela Jamil - Kat Dennings - Nimco Ali - Beanie Feldstein - Olivia Perez - Amika George - Evanna Lynch - Akilah Hughes - Tanya Burr - Grace Campbell - Alison Sudol - Elyse Fox - Charlie Craggs - Rhyannon Styles - Skai Jackson - Tasha Bishop - Lolly Adefope - Bronwen Brenner - Dr Alaa Murabit - Trisha Shetty - Jordan Hewson - Amy Trigg - Em Odesser - Emi Mahmoud - Lydia Wilson - Swati SharmaWarning: contains a lot of feminism and some explicit content!**Published in partnership with Girl Up, the UN women''s foundation, royalties will benefit this amazing charity**More praise for Feminists Don''t Wear Pink: "As ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Where Does It Go?: Wee, Rain and Other Liquids - Helen Greathead

A funny and fascinating look at states of matter and where things go - from fumes to burps - in the world around us!Explore the liquids all around us and the journey they take from the water you drink and the liquids in your home to how wee and sweat form. Understand how precious and essential to life water is and the journey it takes from a drink in a tap to the toilet, a treatment centre and back into a river. From liquids in your body through to water in the ocean, this book takes you on a funny whirlwind journey through this essential state of matter and how it can affect the environment.Where Does it Go? is a humorous science series aimed at 7-9 year olds about states of matter explored through the world around us - how they feature in our daily lives (including in our body) and where they end up!The fully colour illustrated spreads cover a wide range of fun and unusual facts which put the familiar and unseen things around us into context as we discover the journeys they make.

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Where Does It Go?: Lightning, Solar and Other Energies - Helen Greathead

A funny and fascinating look at different types of energy and where things go -from food to solar - in the world around us!Explore the energy all around us. Follow the journey that different types of energy take. From the food energy that enables you to move your body to the energy that powers moving objects and even the electrical energy used in your home. Understand how the sources of energy we used to rely on are contributing to global warming and learn about sustainable forms of energy. This book takes you on a funny whirlwind journey where you''ll find out about different energy types, where they come from, where they go and the lasting effect they have on our planet. Where Does it Go? is a humorous science series aimed at 7-9 year olds about states of matter explored through the world around us - how they feature in our daily lives (including in our body) and where they end up!The fully colour illustrated spreads cover a wide range of fun and unusual facts which put the familiar and unseen things around us into context as we discover the journeys they make.

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Where Does It Go?: Farts, Fumes and Other Gases - Helen Greathead

Where Does it Go? is a humorous science series aimed at 7-9 year olds about states of matter explored through the world around us - how they feature in our daily lives (including in our body) and where they end up!The fully collour illustrated spreads cover a wide range of fun and unusual facts which put the famiailr and unseen things around us into context as we discover the journeys they make.

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Pinch of Nom Quick & Easy - Allinson Kate, Kay Allinson

Minimum fuss. Maximum flavour. More than 100 quick, simple and slimming recipes from Kate Allinson and Kay Featherstone, authors of Pinch of Nom, the bestselling cookbook.From all-in-one family favourites to batch-cook basics and speedy sweet treats, Pinch of Nom Quick & Easy is packed with dishes so delicious you won’t even notice they’re slimming. With tasty, satisfying meals such as Veggie Satay Noodles, Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta and Apple and Apricot Oaty Crumble, you definitely won''t feel like you''re missing out. Featuring Pinch of Nom’s trademark big flavours, these recipes use easy-to-find ingredients to create meals that everyone will love – whether they’re watching their waistline or not.''These fast, healthy recipes are so easy and made with simple-to-find ingredients. We’re so proud of this food that the whole family can enjoy together.'' – Kate & Kay

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Tidying Up - Ea Fuqua, Meg DeLong

Declutter your life and create the peaceful sanctuary you desire with these 100 organizational tricks from Meg DeLong and Ea Fuqua, cofounders of The Tidy Home. This foolproof, room-by-room guide is the book you need—so easy and fun, everyone can join in!Joy and peace are just around the corner. In fact, they can be around every corner of your home, from the kitchen to the living room to that dangerously dark section of the laundry room. And it''s easier than you think.In Tidying Up, Meg DeLong and Ea Fuqua—founders and owners of The Tidy Home—offer you a shame-free, straightforward approach to embracing organization as soul care. Whether you have a studio apartment or an overflowing farmhouse, Tidying Up will help you:Put into practice 100 strategies—organized room by room—that make an immediate differenceCreate sustainable systems that free you rather than bog you downTailor your living space to complement your personal style and purposeDiscover how regaining authority over your stuff invites your brain and body to rest These two sisters have seen it all and have helped countless clients tackle their living spaces and create peaceful and practical homes—so they know what really works and lasts! This book is a must for ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Stop Gaining Weight The Easy Way - Alexander Adams, Dr Mike Dilkes

The world does not need another diet book. But what it does need, is a book that explains how to achieve and maintain a stable, healthy weight.With easy-to-understand chapters, focused firstly on why it is so easy to gain weight, and then how to effectively keep it off; this is an essential guide for anyone looking to take control of their weight in a safe and sustainable way.Combining their expert guidance with practical and accessible tips for making a change today, Dr Mike Dilkes and Alex Adams share the many life-changing reasons why we shouldn''t be focusing on how to lose weight but instead, how to stop gaining it.

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Not So Perfect Strangers - L.S. Stratton

One fateful encounter upends the lives of two women in this tense domestic thriller, a modern spin on Alfred Hitchcock’s Strangers on a Train that flips the script on race and gender politics. “I’m a big believer that women should help each other, Tasha,” she says. “Don’t you think?” Tasha Jenkins has finally found the courage to leave her abusive husband. Taking her teenage son with her, Tasha checks into a hotel the night before their flight out of D.C. and out of Kordell Jenkins’s life forever. But escaping isn’t so easy, and Tasha soon finds herself driving back to her own personal hell. As she is leaving, a white woman pounds on her car window, begging to be let in. Behind the woman, an angry man is in pursuit. Tasha makes a split-second decision that will alter the course of her life: she lets her in and takes off. Tasha and Madison Gingell may have very different everyday realities, but what they have in common is marriages they need out of. The two women want to help each other, but they have very different ideas of what that means . . . They are on a collision course that ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Hons and Rebels - Jessica Mitford

''This book is just about my favourite book of all time ... I''m not entirely convinced I could like somebody who didn''t like this book ... it''s funny and moving and gives you an insight into this extraordinary moment as the war is about to begin ... it''s so vivid, and what''s more, it''s incredibly current'' Robert Rinder, BBC Radio 4''Wonderfully funny and very poignant'' Philip Toynbee''More than an extremely amusing autobiography ... she has evoked a whole generation. Her book is full of the music of time'' SUNDAY TIMES''Whenever I read the words "Peer''s Daughter" in a headline,'' Lady Redesdale once sadly remarked, ''I know it''s going to be something about one of you children.'' The Mitford family is one of the century''s most enigmatic, made notorious by Nancy''s novels, Diana''s marriage to Sir Oswald Mosley, Unity''s infatuation with Hitler, Debo''s marriage to a duke and Jessica''s passionate commitment to communism. Hons and Rebels is an enchanting and deeply absorbing memoir of an isolated and eccentric upbringing which conceals beneath its witty, light-hearted surface much wisdom and depth of feeling.

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Being Autistic (And What That Actually Means) - Niamh Garvey

You''re autistic - but what does that really mean?Welcome to the ultimate guide to understanding who you are and what it means to be autistic!In this fully illustrated graphic guide to what it means to be autistic and discover the differences between sensory seekers and avoiders, why you might find some things super easy and other things extra challenging and even begin to understand and navigate all of your big (and small) feelings. Best of all, learn what makes you totally unique. You might just come away with some cool facts to share with your friends and family!

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Palestinians and Israelis - Michael Scott-Baumann

Newly updated, this accessible history explores the origins and development of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Why has it proved so intractable, and what are the implications of escalating tensions for both the Middle East and the world?The ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians is one of the most bitter conflicts of modern times, with profound global consequences. In this comprehensive and stimulating overview, Middle East expert Michael Scott-Baumann charts its history from the late nineteenth century to the present day. Each chapter offers a lucid explanation of the politics and includes personal testimony of Israelis and Palestinians whose lives have been marked by conflict. By presenting competing interpretations from both sides, Scott-Baumann examines key flashpoints of the twentieth century, bringing this new edition up to date with a consideration of the war ignited by Hamas''s surprise attacks on Israel in 2023. He delineates both the nature of Israeli control over the Palestinian territories and Palestinian resistance – going to the heart of recent clashes. The result is an indispensable account for anyone seeking to understand the context behind today’s headlines, including analysis of why international efforts to restore peace have continually failed.

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Eva and the Lost Pony: A Branches Book (Owl Diaries #8)

In the eighth installment of this New York Times bestselling series a big storm is coming to Treetopolis!Pick a book. Grow a Reader!This series is part of Scholastic''s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow!In the eighth book in this New York Times bestselling series, a big storm is coming to Treetopolis! Eva and her classmates are also getting ready to take their very important Owl Oath -- a promise to protect the other animals in the forest by being brave and wise and kind. Eva needs to come up with a project that proves she is ready to take the oath. When the storm hits, Eva tries to help a lost pony. But it''s so rainy and windy that she gets caught in the storm, too! Will Eva be brave and wise and kind enough to save the day?Continue this book series with “Eva the Owlet,” an Apple TV+ original series!

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Encountering the Book of Psalms – A Literary and Theological Introduction - C. Hassell Bullock, Walter Elwell

Though the Psalms are perhaps the most familiar portion of the Hebrew Bible, they are also among the most difficult to interpret. In this new, thoroughly updated edition of a successful textbook, a respected evangelical Old Testament scholar offers a guide to the book of Psalms that is informed by current scholarship and written at an accessible level. Designed for the undergraduate classroom, it includes photos, sidebars, and other pedagogical aids and features a new interior design.

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How to Be a Man - Duff McKagan, Chris Kornelis

The cofounder of Guns N'' Roses, Velvet Revolver, and Walking Papers shares what the hard-knock rock life has taught him about how to be a good dude (in spite of it all). One wouldn''t usually turn to a veteran of Guns N'' Roses for advice on how to live, but Duff McKagan is not a typical rock musician. As chronicled in the New York Times bestseller It''s So Easy (and other lies), Duff got sober at thirty, went back to school, got smart about money, fell in love, became a father, and got his life back on track. Through trial and considerable error, Duff has learned to strike the balance between family and work, travel and contentment, financial aptitude and sacrifice. In How to Be a Man (and other illusions), Duff takes the reader into the life of an international rock musician and shares, with disarming candor and humor, the solid life lessons he''s learned along the way to success and fulfillment in both his family life and his career. From hard-won advice on such basics as starting with a strong base and staying humble, to techniques on how to stave off depression and transform darker impulses into something productive, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Fender Duff McKagan Deluxe Precision Bass RFB AW

Elektrická baskytara Pokud jste baskytarista a fanatický fanoušek legendárních Guns N Roses, hlavně tedy jejich basáka Duffa McKagana, je pro vás Fender Duff McKagan DLX P Bass ideálním nástrojem. Charakteristický hladký a plný zvuk baskytary můžete znát z nejznámějšího alba GNR Appetite for Destruction. Klasický tvar těla Precision Bass je vyroben z olše, díky němu je zvuk vřelý a jasný i ve vyšších polohách. Pod strunami se nachází černý pickguard. Krk je z javoru, menzura vyměřena na 864 mm a profil krku

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The NHL in Pictures and Stories - Bob Duff, Ryan Dixon

In The NHL in Pictures and Stories, authors Bob Duff and Ryan Dixon recount the events that have shaped the NHL. From its madcap early years all the way to the 32-team elite professional sport that it will be -- once the newest franchise, Seattle, takes the ice in 2021 -- no stone is left unturned. In this new edition, readers are treated to more than 150 stories, ranging from game changing decisions like allowing goalies to wear masks, to jaw-dropping performances like Maurice Richard''s 50 goals in 50 games, to outstanding starts like the expansion Vegas Golden Knights competing for the Stanley Cup. Some of the events covered in The NHL in Pictures and Stories: 1945: Maurice Richard scores 50 goals in 50 games 1951: Bill Barilko scores his last goal -- a Cup winner 1958: Willie O''Ree breaks the NHL''s color barrier 1959: Jacques Plante starts to wear a mask 1960: Montreal Canadiens become the first ever five-time Cup champs 1966: Bobby Hull breaks Richard''s 50-goal record 1971: Phil Esposito scores 76 goals 1980: Peter Stastny defects to the NHL 1981: Wayne Gretzky scores 50 goals in 39 games 1989: First Russians play in the NHL 1998: NHL ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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So Easy So Good - Kylie Sakaida

AS SEEN ON THE TODAY SHOW The instant New York Times bestseller packed with expert advice and flavorful recipes, from dietitian and creator of Nutrition by Kylie. So Easy So Good transforms healthy eating into something simple and approachable—taking the stress out of nutrition and putting confidence in your hands.Registered dietitian and social media star Kylie Sakaida, a.k.a. @NutritionbyKylie, knows how difficult it can be to keep track of the confusing and often conflicting information about nutrition we are barraged with online. Kylie began posting videos on social media to cut through the noise and offer easy-to-understand and relatable evidence-based advice. Now, millions of people trust and follow her for realistic nutrition tips and delicious recipes. In this beautiful, comprehensive cookbook, Kylie has collected her best nutrition tips along with both fan-favorite and brand-new recipes. Whether you want to change your eating habits and mindset or are just looking for a healthy dinner recipe, So Easy So Good has you covered. Kylie simplifies complex concepts through simple lists, charts, and sidebars. Her recipes and tips emphasize a healthy, balanced mix of protein, carbs, healthy fats, and fiber so you can feel nourished and satisfied. Many of Kylie’s recipes are inspired ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories - Leo Tolstoy

`To love him was not enough for me after the happiness I had felt in falling in love. I wanted movement and not a calm course of existence. I wanted excitement and danger and the chance to sacrifice myself for my love.'' Leo Tolstoy, known to the world for his famous novels, also created throughout his sixty-year career as a writer a significant body of works of shorter ficiton. These fictions, like his novels, tend toward a uniqueness in form, even as they explore a set of themes common in the longer works. The four novellas selected here stand closest to the novels, and represent Tolstoy at his creative best, exploring in a specific and focused way his characteristic themes: life understood as a journey of the discovery of identity and vocation, the meaning of one''s life in the face of death, and the redemptive role of suffering and compassion. Family Happiness (1859) traces the psychology of failed married love yet is written against the tradition of the novel of romance, marriage and adultery. The Kreutzer Sonata (1889) recounts a husband''s addictions, jealousy, sinister guilt and subsequent isolation, while The Cossacks (1863) focuses on the experiences of a young Russian ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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It's Not Easy Being a Leprechaun - Marilyn Sadler, Stephanie Laberis

Life isn''t always easy—even for a leprechaun! In this funny follow-up to It''s Not Easy Being a Ghost, an unhappy leprechaun who thinks he can’t make friends because he looks a little different finds happiness by being himself and doing good. The perfect way to celebrate St. Patrick''s Day with little lads and lassies!Connor O''Connor is not a happy leprechaun. His ears are too big, and his body is much too small. In fact, he looks a bit like a lawn ornament! But worst of all, no one wants to be Connor''s friend. All they want is his pot of gold! But after using some leprechaun magic to turn himself into a fairy, a carpenter, and a king, Connor discovers that the best way to make friends is by being himself -- and that a little pot of gold can do a LOT of good!Featuring a comical cast of animal characters—plus a caterpillar sidekick with a BIG appetite for readers to find hidden on every page—this hardcover picture book about self-acceptance, friendship, and helping others is perfect for celebrating St. Patrick''s Day!Everyone has a rough day now and then and wishes they could do something or be someone else. Not ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lies and Weddings - Kevin Kwan

Eden Tong is used to feeling out of place. Growing up next door to Greshamsbury Manor, she spent her days in the shadow of the chilly matriarch Arabella and her children: free-spirited Augie, golden child Bea, and Rufus, Eden’s childhood best friend.When she receives an invite to a luxurious wedding in Hawaii, she finds herself thrown back into the family’s orbit: and face-to-face with Rufus. The future Earl is gorgeous, artistic, and – unbeknownst to Eden – desperately in love with her. But his mother has other plans.Arabella knows the terrible truth – the Greshamsbury family is drowning in debt. Rufus needs to find a match with serious money to keep them afloat. Arabella is prepared to destroy anyone who gets in her way.Including Eden . . .Lies and Wedding transports its reader from the white-sand beaches of Hawaii to the colourful medinas of Marrakech, via the glitzy bachelor pads of Beverly Hills and opulent English countryside manors. This is a hilarious, juicy, and page-turning story about love and money – and the lies we tell to keep them.

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The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories: New Translation - Leo Tolstoy

On a train journey, Pozdnyshev tells his story to a stranger: how his relationship with his wife gradually deteriorated from one of love and passion to jealousy and resentfulness, culminating in a mad act of desperation while she practised Beethoven’s Kreutzer Sonata with her violin teacher.An uncompromising examination of lust, suspicion and infidelity which was once forbidden by censors in Russia and banned in the US due to its shocking content, Tolstoy’s controversial novella – here presented in a new translation, along with ‘The Prisoner of the Caucasus’, ‘Master and Man’ and ‘After the Ball’ – is now considered one of the masterpieces of Tolstoy’s late period.

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Mary Makes it Easy - Mary Berryová

Britain''s best-loved cook brings together a lifetime of culinary knowledge to make home cooking stress-free, easy and always delicious, with 120 brand-new recipes from her new BBC series. For fans of Jamie Oliver''sOne, Simply Nigellaand Mary Berry''sFoolproof Cooking. Trust in Mary to make home cooking stress-free, easy and delicious!In this brand-new collection of 120 recipes, published alongside her new BBC SeriesMary Makes It Easy, Mary shares her tips and tricks to make home cooking stress- free, easy and - of course - delicious.Divided into clear chapters, featuring one-pot recipes and 5-ingredient meals, easy bakes and desserts as well as prep-ahead and store cupboard favourites, this book contains fuss-free, crowd-pleasing food that everyone will enjoy.Each recipe is beautifully photographed and accompanied by no-fuss tips and advice on preparing ahead and freezing.Mary Makes It Easybrings Mary''s years of experience straight into your kitchen.

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Bear and Bird: The Cave and Other Stories - Jarvis

“These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality.” Guardian on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other StoriesBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. So, when neither of them can remember why they''ve circled today in red in the calendar, they each think they''ve missed the other''s birthday and scramble to surprise each other with a party! And when Bear accidentally loses the ball while playing Boing Boing, he has to summon up all his courage to go into the Creepy Cave to get it back.Full of comic mix-ups and misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories are the fifth instalment in this irresistibly charming chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis. Bear and Bird are fast becoming a firm favourite and their adventures are perfect to read aloud, or for children who are ready to start reading by themselves.“Bear and Bird has all the charm and wisdom of Julian Gough and Jim Field’s Rabbit and Bear series … The illustrations are glorious.” Irish Independent on Bear and Bird: The ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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So Vegan: EASY - Pope Roxy, Pook Ben, SO VEGAN

Get your hands on the must-have guide for all things, QUICK, EASY AND VEGAN''These speedy, fuss-free plant-based dinners use ingredients already in your cupboard'' Take a BreakSO VEGAN’s Roxy Pope and Ben Pook believe the food we choose to eat can have a positive impact on our planet and our health. But not just any old food. They’re talking about simple and speedy plant-based meals, which you’ll find right here in EASY – a collection of 100 irresistible vegan recipes designed to be nutritious, delicious and totally fuss-free.- Creamy Pesto Rosso Gnocchi- Teriyaki Meatball Ramen- Barbecued Mushroom Tacos- Lemongrass + Coconut Curry- Harissa Bolognese- Red Pepper Tapenade Baguette Pizzas- Sloppy Joe Quesadillas- Gooey Chocolate BrowniesWith chapters covering speedy midweek meals, healthy but hearty weekend dinners and indulgent desserts, discover the EASY way to eat mouth-watering, plant-based meals every day of the week.

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The Kreutzer Sonata and Other Stories - Leo Tolstoy

This volume includes Family Happiness; The Kreutzer Sonata; The Devil and Father Sergius. The four stories are all about love, but they take very different attitudes towards it. Tolstoy knows that jis readers have fallen in love and also, often, fallen out of it; they have wanted to kill their loved ones; they have lusted vigorously; or desperately sought the approval and even worship of others - Tolstoy depends on our own memories to entagle us in his tragic stories.

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Six Not-So-Easy Pieces - Richard Phillips Feynman, Robert Leighton, Matthew Sands

Learn about Einstein's theory of relativity from a physics Nobel laureate and "one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century" (New York Review of Books) in six memorable lessons It was Richard Feynman's outrageous and scintillating method of teaching that earned him legendary status among students and professors of physics. From 1961 to 1963, Feynman delivered a series of lectures at the California Institute of Technology that revolutionized the teaching of physics. In Six Not-So-Easy Pieces, taken from these famous Lectures on Physics, Feynman delves into one of the most revolutionary discoveries in twentieth-century physics: Einstein's theory of relativity. The idea that the flow of time is not a constant, that the mass of an object depends on its velocity, and that the speed of light is a constant no matter what the motion of the observer, at first seemed shocking to scientists and laymen alike. But as Feynman shows, these tricky ideas are not merely dry principles of physics, but things of beauty and elegance. No one — not even Einstein himself — explained these difficult, anti-intuitive concepts more clearly, or with more verve and gusto, than Feynman. Filled with wonderful examples and clever illustrations, Six Not-So-Easy Pieces ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Bear and Bird: The Stick and Other Stories - Jarvis

"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." GuardianBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. So, when Bear and Bird find they both want to collect the same stick, they are absolutely determined not to let it get in the way of their friendship. And when Bird accidentally swaps Bear''s bouncy ball on Swapsy Day, she will give anything to get it back – even her own lucky hat.Full of comic mix-ups and misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories are the fourth instalment in this irresistibly charming chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis. Bear and Bird are fast becoming a firm favourite and their adventures are perfect to read aloud, or for children who are ready to start reading by themselves.“Bear and Bird has all the charm and wisdom of Julian Gough and Jim Field’s Rabbit and Bear series … The illustrations are glorious.” Irish Independent on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories "Jarvis’s digital drawings, in beautiful colors, have an attractive handmade ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Bear and Bird: The Stick and Other Stories - Jarvis

"These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." GuardianBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. So, when Bear and Bird find they both want to collect the same stick, they are absolutely determined not to let it get in the way of their friendship. And when Bird accidentally swaps Bear''s bouncy ball on Swapsy Day, she will give anything to get it back – even her own lucky hat.Full of comic mix-ups and misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories make up the fourth instalment in this irresistibly charming chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis. Bear and Bird are fast becoming a firm favourite and their adventures are perfect to read aloud, or for children who are ready to start reading by themselves.“Bear and Bird has all the charm and wisdom of Julian Gough and Jim Field’s Rabbit and Bear series … The illustrations are glorious.” Irish Independent on Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories "Jarvis’s digital drawings, in beautiful colors, have an attractive ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Super Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Recipes - Emily Paster

Super Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Recipes, adapted from the best-selling Epic Air Fryer Cookbook, serves up everything you love about air frying in 75 easy and delicious family-friendly meals.With your air fryer, you can enjoy cooking and eating delicious fried foods guilt-free—because air-frying recipes use little or no oil. And, as author Emily Paster reveals, your air fryer can cook all kinds of dishes beyond fried foods.Turn your air fryer into the most versatile and oft-used appliance in your kitchen arsenal with:Globally inspired recipesHomey and robust fried foodsBreakfasts and brunchesAppetizers, snacks, and party foodAnd dessertsAll the recipes in Super Easy and Delicious Air Fryer Recipes use easy-to-find ingredients and feature short prep times and fast cook times. Cooking with your air fryer has never been more easy and delicious!

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Lies and Weddings - Kevin Kwan

THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CRAZY RICH ASIANSRufus Leung Gresham, future Earl of Greshamsbury and son of a former Hong Kong supermodel, is drowning in debt. The only solution, according to his mother, is for him to attend his sister's wedding and seduce a woman with money.Will it be the French hotel heiress with a royal bloodline? The venture capital genius who passes out billions like lollipops? Or will Rufus betray his family and confess his love for his best friend and 'girl next door' Eden? But when a volcanic eruption burns through the nuptials and a hot mic exposes a secret tryst, the Gresham family plans - and their reputation - go up in flames, making Rufus' choice all the more impossible.Taking us from the sand beaches of Hawaii to the skies of Marrakech, from the glitzy bachelor pads of Beverly Hills to the inner sanctums of England's oldest family estates, Kevin Kwan has written a juicy, hilarious and sophisticated tale of love, money, murder, sex, and the lies we tell about them all.

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Bear and Bird: The Picnic and Other Stories - Jarvis

Full of funny mix-ups and comic misunderstandings, as well as genuine warmth and affection, these four stories are the start of an irresistibly charming new chapter book series from award-winning creator Jarvis."These wittily illustrated stories of mishaps, hurt feelings, fondness and friendship have a transporting quality, ideal for 5+." GuardianBear and Bird are best friends! And while they don’t always understand each other, they both agree: all they want is to make the other happy. So, when Bear forgets to pack for a picnic (but pretends that he didn’t), Bird doesn’t let on that she knew all along. And when Bird discovers that Bear has more of a certain talent than she does, well, Bear finds a touching way to make her feel better...“Bear and Bird has all the charm and wisdom of Julian Gough and Jim Field’s Rabbit and Bear series … The illustrations are glorious.” Irish Independent "Jarvis’s digital drawings, in beautiful colors, have an attractive handmade feel." The New York Times Book Review Readers can enjoy lots more Bear and Bird adventures! Look out for: Bear and Bird: The Stars and Other Stories Bear and Bird: The Adventure and Other Stories Bear and Bird: The Stick and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Lies and Sorcery - Elsa Morante

The first unabridged English translation of the electrifying novel of secrets and delusions, from one of the greatest Italian writers of the twentieth century. Elisa – orphaned as a child, raised by a ‘fallen woman’, fed by fairy tales – has lived in an outlandish imaginary world for years. When her guardian dies, she feels compelled to confront her family’s tortured and dramatic past, weaving the tale of her mother and grandmother through a history of intrigue, treachery, deception and desire.But as her saga of three generations of Sicilian women proceeds, it becomes something else entirely, taking in a whole legacy of oppression and injustice. By turns flamboyant and intense, raging and funny, Lies and Sorcery is a celebration of the female imagination, and the power of storytelling itself. First published in 1948, Elsa Morante’s debut novel won the Viareggio Prize and earned her the lasting admiration of generations of writers from Italo Calvino and Natalia Ginzburg to Elena Ferrante.

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Frogs and Other Plays - Aristophanes

Marrying deft social commentary to a rich, earthy comedy, the three comedies collected in Aristophanes'' The Frogs and Other Plays offers a unique insight into one of the most turbulent periods in Ancient Greek history. This Penguin Classics edition is translated by David Barrett with revisions, an introduction and notes by Shomit Dutta.The master of ancient Greek comic drama, Aristophanes combined slapstick, humour and cheerful vulgarity with acute political observations. In The Frogs, written during the Peloponnesian War, Dionysus descends to the Underworld to bring back a poet who can help Athens in its darkest hour, and stages a great debate to help him decide between the traditional wisdom of Aeschylus and the brilliant modernity of Euripides. The clash of generations and values is also the object of Aristophanes'' satire in Wasps, in which an old-fashioned father and his loose-living son come to blows and end up in court. And in Women at the Thesmophoria, the famous Greek tragedian Euripides, accused of misogyny, persuades a relative to infiltrate an all-women festival to find out whether revenge is being plotted against him.Shomit Dutta''s introduction discusses Aristophanes'' life, the cultural context of his work and conventions of Greek comedy. This updated version ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Dark and Shallow Lies - Ginny Myersová Sainová

NOW A NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! ‘AN INTENSE AND BROODING THRILLER ’ – THE OBSERVERA intensely romantic and atmospheric thriller for young adults, full of twists and turns with a simmering supernatural undercurrent. Perfect for fans of Holly Jackson, Karen McManus and Delia Owens’ Where the Crawdads SingWhen seventeen-year-old Grey makes her annual visit to La Cachette, Louisiana – the tiny bayou town that proclaims to be the “Psychic Capital of the World” – she knows it will be different from past years: her childhood best friend Elora went missing several months earlier and no one is telling the truth about the night she disappears.Grey can’t believe that Elora vanished into thin air any more than she can believe that nobody in a town full of psychics knows what happened. But as she digs into the night that Elora went missing, she begins to realize that everybody in town is hiding something—her grandmother Honey; her childhood crush Hart; and even her late mother, whose secrets continue to call to Grey from beyond the grave.When a mysterious stranger emerges from the bayou – a stormy-eyed boy with links to Elora and the town’s bloody history – Grey realizes that La Cachette’s ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens - Helena Kelly

Think you already know the story of Charles Dickens' life? Think again. Almost everything you're familiar with was first mentioned in an authorised biography written by Dickens' close friend John Forster 150 years ago. It's the version of events that Dickens himself chose to make public, and newly accessible archives reveal that it's crammed with gaps, inconsistencies, and outright lies. There's the sister whose existence Dickens kept secret and the Jewish relations whose faith he strove to conceal. There's plagiarism, fraud, and suicide. And that's only for starters. Helena Kelly, author of the acclaimed Jane Austen, the Secret Radical, retells Dickens' story from his childhood to his deathbed, uncovers the truths he tried to keep hidden, and offers a fresh - and deeply troubling - perspective on the man who remains one of Britain's best-known novelists. You won't be able to look at him - or his work - in the same way again.

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A Question of Science: Why Don't Your Eyeballs Fall Out? And Other Questions about the Human Body - Anna Claybourneová

A fun, quirky science series that tackles the questions other books are afraid to ask! Why don''t your eyeballs fall out? Why is blood red? And what exactly is a bellybutton for? A Question of Science: Human Body answers all these questions and much more.With an engaging question and answer format, these books draw kids into science in a fun way. Each book features one question per spread with a clear explanation to follow, diagrams and fun and humorous illustrations. The quirky questions are designed to range from those that children will often ask to things they may never have thought of, but will still be keen to know the answer to.Perfect reading for curious young scientists aged 8 and up.Other books in the series include:Why doesn''t the Moon fall down? And other questions about forcesWhy does a mirror show things back to front? And other questions about lightHow can a plant eat a fly? And other questions about plantsWhere does lightning come from? And other questions about electricity Why can''t penguins fly? And other questions about animals Why is ice slippery? And other questions about materials Can you hear sounds in space? And other questions about sound

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Lies and Weddings - Kevin Kwan

''Truly delicious . . . it''s everything I want a book to be'' DAISY BUCHANAN''A hugely fun tale'' I PAPER''Salacious and addictive, every page left me giggling with glee'' ANNIE LORD''Wickedly delectable'' NEW YORK TIMES''Crazy Rich Asians meets Saltburn'' PLUM SYKES''A plot with more twists than an Elsa Peretti for Tiffany corkscrew'' FINANCIAL TIMES‘Juicy, salacious and a whole lot of fun . . . an absolute must for your summer reads this year’ GLAMOURNEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERAMAZON.COM''S BEST BOOKS OF THE YEARFROM THE MULTI-MILLION COPY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF CRAZY RICH ASIANS Rufus Leung Gresham, future Earl of Greshamsbury and son of a former Hong Kong supermodel, is drowning in debt. The only solution, according to his mother, is for him to attend his sister’s wedding and seduce a woman with money.Will it be the French hotel heiress with a royal bloodline? The venture capital genius who passes out billions like lollipops? Or will Rufus betray his family and confess his love for his best friend and ‘girl next door’ Eden? But when a volcanic eruption burns through the nuptials and a hot mic exposes a secret tryst, the Gresham family plans – and their reputation – go up in flames, ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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It’s Tough to Be: A Shark (and Other Sea Creatures) - John Townsend

Find out about how the incredible ways sharks and other sea creatures live and survive with hilarious cartoon strips.Sharks may be incredible predators with few natural enemies but being a ruler in the ocean can still be tough! In this book, cartoon strips explore why great whites can never stop swimming, why not being fussy eaters can cause problems for tiger sharks and why getting in a fight with a giant squid can really suck. Alongside the cartoon strips, we explore topics such as the variety of shark species, food chains, habitats and threats, to build a picture of life as a shark and other deep-sea predators.It''s Tough to Be is a series of fun educational books that help children aged 7 plus understand how animals adapt to survive in different habitats. Each book features hilarious cartoon strips and incredible science facts.Titles in the series: A Tiger (and other cats) / A Shark (and other sea creatures) / A Black Mamba (and other snakes) / A T-rex (and other dinosaurs) / An Eagle (and other birds) /A Giant Panda (and other bears)

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It’s Tough to Be: A Tiger (and Other Cats) - John Townsend

Find out about the incredible ways tigers and other big cats live and survive with hilarious cartoon strips.Tigers, and other big cats, may be incredible predators with few natural enemies but being the world''s biggest cats can still be tough! In this book, cartoon strips explore why a tiger cub can easily get into trouble, why jaguars habitats are in danger and why even the king of the jungle has it tough. Alongside the cartoon strips, we explore topics such as the variety of cat species, food chains, habitats and threats, to build a picture of life as a big cat.It''s Tough to Be is a series of fun educational books that help children aged 7 plus understand how animals adapt to survive in different habitats. Each book features hilarious cartoon strips and incredible science facts.Titles in the series: A Tiger (and other cats) / A Shark (and other sea creatures) / A Black Mamba (and other snakes) / A T-rex (and other dinosaurs) / An Eagle (and other birds) /A Giant Panda (and other bears)

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A Question of History: What happened to the pharaoh's brain? And other questions about ancient Egypt - Tim Cooke

Take a look at the wackier side of history!Why did the first pyramids fall down? How did Tutankhamun die? And what really happened to the pharaoh''s brain? Discover the answers to these questions and much more in A Question of History: The Ancient Egyptians!With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating, sometimes gruesome, world of famous peoples and civilisations through history. Each spread opens with a simple question, opening up an exploration of an aspect of the life of a people or civilisation and busting some popular myths along the way!The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.Titles in the series: What happened to mummies'' brains? And other questions about the Ancient EgyptiansDid the kings of Benin really keep pet leopards? And other questions about the kingdom of BeninDid the Celts really use hair gel? And other questions about the Stone Age, Iron Age and Bronze AgeWhy did the ancient Greeks use elephants in battle? And other questions about the ancient GreeksWhy did the Maya stick needles in their tongues? And other questions about the MayaDid the Romans really eat flamingos? And ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A Question of History: Why did the ancient Greeks ride elephants into battle? And other questions about ancient Greece - Tim Cooke

Discover the weird and wacky world of the ancient Greeks!Why did Minoans have strong ankles? How did an owl inspire a city? And why on Earth did the ancient Greeks exercise NAKED?With an engaging question and answer format, this series draws young readers into the fascinating, sometimes gruesome, world of famous peoples and civilisations through history. Each spread opens with a simple question, opening up an exploration of an aspect of the life of a people or civilisation and busting some popular myths along the way!.The lively lay-out is supported by annotated photos and cartoons, making history fun and accessible for every young reader.Titles in the series: What happened to mummies'' brains? And other questions about the Ancient EgyptiansDid the kings of Benin really keep pet leopards? And other questions about the kingdom of BeninDid the Celts really use hair gel? And other questions about the Stone Age, Iron Age and Bronze AgeWhy did the ancient Greeks use elephants in battle? And other questions about the ancient GreeksWhy did the Maya stick needles in their tongues? And other questions about the MayaDid the Romans really eat flamingos? And other questions about the RomansWhy did the Shang write on turtles? And ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The Life and Lies of Charles Dickens - Helena Kelly

Think you already know the story of Charles Dickens'' life? Think again.Almost everything you''re familiar with was first mentioned in an authorised biography written by Dickens'' close friend John Forster 150 years ago. It''s the version of events that Dickens himself chose to make public, and newly accessible archives reveal that it''s crammed with gaps, inconsistencies, and outright lies. There''s the sister whose existence Dickens kept secret and the Jewish relations whose faith he strove to conceal. There''s plagiarism, fraud, and suicide.And that''s only for starters. Helena Kelly, author of the acclaimed Jane Austen, the Secret Radical, retells Dickens'' story from his childhood to his deathbed, uncovers the truths he tried to keep hidden, and offers a fresh - and deeply troubling - perspective on the man who remains one of Britain''s best-known novelists.You won''t be able to look at him - or his work - in the same way again.

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The Birds and Other Plays - Aristophanes

Offering a window into the world of ordinary Athenians, Aristophanes'' The Birds and Other Plays is a timeless set of comedies, combining witty satire and raucous slapstick to wonderful effect. This Penguin Classics edition is translated from the Greek by David Barrett and Alan H. Sommerstein.The plays in this volume all contain Aristophanes'' trademark bawdy comedy and dazzling verbal agility. In The Birds, two cunning Athenians persuade the birds to build the utopian city of ''Much Cuckoo in the Clouds'' in the sky, blockading the Olympian gods and installing themselves as new deities. The Knights is a venomous satire on Cleon, a prominent Athenian demagogue, who vies with a humble sausage-seller for the approval of the people; while The Assembly-Women deals with the battle of the sexes as the women of Athens infiltrate the all-male Assembly in disguise. The lengthy conflict with Sparta is the subject of Peace, inspired by the hope of a settlement in 421 BC, and Wealth reflects on the economic catastrophe that hit Athens after the war.These lively translations by David Barrett and Alan H. Sommerstein capture the full humour of the plays. The introduction examines Aristophanes'' life and times, and the comedy and poetry of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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My Family and Other Animals - Gerald Durrell

My Family and Other Animals is the bewitching account of a rare and magical childhood on the island of Corfu by treasured British conservationist Gerald Durrell, beautifully repackaged as part of the Penguin Essentials range.'What we all need,' said Larry, 'is sunshine...a country where we can grow.''Yes, dear, that would be nice,' agreed Mother, not really listening.'I had a letter from George this morning - he says Corfu's wonderful. Why don't we pack up and go to Greece?''Very well, dear, if you like,' said Mother unguardedly.Escaping the ills of the British climate, the Durrell family - acne-ridden Margo, gun-toting Leslie, bookworm Lawrence and budding naturalist Gerry, along with their long-suffering mother and Roger the dog - take off for the island of Corfu.But the Durrells find that, reluctantly, they must share their various villas with a menagerie of local fauna - among them scorpions, geckos, toads, bats and butterflies.Recounted with immense humour and charm My Family and Other Animals is a wonderful account of a rare, magical childhood.'Durrell has an uncanny knack of discovering human as well as animal eccentricities' Sunday Telegraph'A bewitching book' Sunday TimesGerald Durrell was born in Jamshedpur, India, in 1925. He returned to England in 1928 ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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