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On the Record & On the Ball - Tim Percival
Packed with revealing anecdotes, Percival explores the often complex relationship between the media and top-level sport, providing expert guidance on themes such as leaks, mind games and how to handle criticism. The book covers all the crucial aspects of dealing with the media in its increasingly numerous forms – the tactics to employ, interview strategies and the importance of building relationships. This is a reference book for every professional sports coach and for leaders in other industries, but it is much more than a self-help management guide.Written in an accessible style and full of compelling content from its star-studded cast of interviewees, it will appeal to every sports fan. Using the extensive contacts list he has built up whilst working in sports communications and marketing roles over the last 20 years, Percival has conducted exclusive interviews with 27 top coaches across ten different sports including ex-Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou, McLaren Formula 1 boss Zak Brown and ex-Wales rugby union coach Warren Gatland. Renowned sports journalists, broadcasters and performance psychologists also have their say, offering a range of alternative perspectives.The result is an in-depth and unique insight into sports media communications.
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Into The Whispering Wild - Hannah Dawn Gold
Sometimes when things should be straightforward, they're just not. When Hannah sets out to move house, the process falls apart repeatedly, facing her with a stark question what does she really want? The prospect of homelessness is a looming reality that brings a lifetime's worth of fears to the fore. Yet behind it all, is the constant, subtle sense of an indefinable 'something' important, lost but almost within reach. The wild world is whispering and asking What if there's a better way? Her conversation with the wild begins. With a young puppy and an inexplicable sense of hope and opportunity, she returns eventually to the one place to which she has always felt connected, the Lizard Peninsula in Cornwall. Maybe the place will bring her home. The death of her mother adds further turmoil and grief. Seeking refuge in a caravan with her dog, she turns to the wild for clarity. There on the Lizard, on the South-West coast, in the magical landscape that called to her and spoke of home, she rediscovers the power of the wild and our ancient relationship with it. Hannah embarks upon an unexpected journey of reclaiming the inner self she had almost forgotten. Amid winter storms and soft sea mists, through every nuance of the seasons, she immerses herself in the wild and it shows the way back to an ancestral awareness of the inner nomad and settler within us all. Into the Whispering Wild is a true story, a raw but hopeful account of how our relationship with the wild is vital to our inner strength and ability to navigate life’s changes. Powerful yet gentle, this honest account of one woman’s journey into the meaning of home is a life-affirming tale of love, hope and determination. It urges us to rejoice in the healing power of our vital bond with the wild world.
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The Age of Miracles - Karen Thompson Walkerová
'A stunner from the first page - an end-of-the-world, coming-of-age tale of quiet majesty. I loved this novel ' Justin Cronin, author of The PassageWHAT IF our 24-hour day grew longer, first in minutes, then in hours until day becomes night and night becomes day? What effect would this slowing have on the world? On the birds in the sky, the whales in the sea, the astronauts in space, and on an eleven-year-old girl, grappling with emotional changes in her own life...? One morning, Julia and her parents wake up in their suburban home in California to discover, along with the rest of the world, that the rotation of the earth is noticeably slowing. The enormity of this is almost beyond comprehension. And yet, even if the world is, in fact, coming to an end, as some assert, day-to-day life must go on. Julia, facing the loneliness and despair of an awkward adolescence, witnesses the impact of this phenomenon on the world, on the community, on her family and on herself. 'It is never what you worry over that comes to pass in the end. The real catastrophies are always different - unimagined, unprepared for, unknown…'
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Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon / Live At Wembley 1974 - CD (9029620365)
Hudební CD - The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století. Album bylo částečně vytvořeno během živých koncertů a kapela měla premiéru své první verze v Rainbow Theatre v Londýně, měsíce před začátkem nahrávání. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' je osmé studiové album Pink Floyd a vyšlo 1. a 16. března 1973 v USA a v Evropě. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon - Live At Wembley Empire Pool, London, 1974' byla nahrána v Empire Pool, Wembley, Londýn, v listopadu 1974. Rok vydání 2023 Seznam stop CD Speak To Me / Breathe (In The Air) / On The Run / Time / The Great Gig In The Sky / Money / Us and Them / Any Colour You Like / Brain Damage / Eclipse
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Pink Floyd: Dark Side Of The Moon / Live At Wembley 1974 - LP (9029620366)
LP vinyl - The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století The Dark Side Of The Moon", jedno z nejvlivnějších alb poslední poloviny 20. století. Album bylo částečně vytvořeno během živých koncertů a kapela měla premiéru své první verze v Rainbow Theatre v Londýně, měsíce před začátkem nahrávání. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon' je osmé studiové album Pink Floyd a vyšlo 1. a 16. března 1973 v USA a v Evropě. 'The Dark Side Of The Moon - Live At Wembley Empire Pool, London, 1974' byla nahrána v Empire Pool, Wembley, Londýn, v listopadu 1974. Rok vydání 2023 Seznam stop A Side Speak To Me / Breathe (In The Air) / On The Run / Time / The Great Gig In The Sky B Side Money / Us and Them / Any Colour You Like / Brain Damage / Eclipse
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The Half Burnt House - Alex North
It begins with the house – and a body:Alan Hobbes stabbed to death in his own bed. For years, he’s lived as a recluse in the remains of aderelict mansion that once belonged to a serial killer. The police have a suspect: Christopher Shaw,observed on the premises on the night of the murder.Katie Shaw hasn’t seen her brother Chris in two years. All her life, she’s tried to look out for him. Even when he made it so hard.But now he’s bound up in the secrets of this dark house. To save Chris, dare she follow him inside . . .
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Henry VII and the Tudor Pretenders - Nathen Amin
On August 22, 1485, Henry Tudor emerged from the Battle of Bosworth victorious. His disparate army vanquished the forces of Richard III and, according to Shakespeare over a century later, brought ‘smooth-faced peace, with smiling aplenty and fair prosperous days’ back to England. Yet, all was not well early in the Tudor reign. Despite later attempts to portray Henry VII as single-handedly uniting a war-torn England after three decades of conflict, the kingdom was anything but settled. Nor could it be after a tumultuous two-year period that had witnessed the untimely death of one king, the mysterious disappearance of another, and the brutal slaughter of a third on the battlefield. For the first time in one compelling and comprehensive account, Nathen Amin looks at the myriad of shadowy conspiracies and murky plots which sought to depose the Tudor usurper early in his reign, with particular emphasis on the three pretenders whose causes were fervently advanced by Yorkist dissidents—Lambert Simnel, Perkin Warbeck, and Edward, Earl of Warwick. Just how close did the Tudors come to overthrow long before the myth of their greatness had taken hold on our public consciousness?
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A Long Time Gone - Joshua Moehling
"A big thriller with an even bigger heart!" — Lisa Gardner, New York Times bestselling author"Equal parts compelling mystery and riveting family drama...I''d follow its hero, Deputy Ben Packard, anywhere." — Jess Lourey, Edgar-nominated author of The Taken OnesIt''s time to put the past to rest…Ben Packard was just a boy when his older brother disappeared. Ben watched him walk out the back door of their grandparents'' house and into the cold night.His brother was never seen again.Decades later, Deputy Packard finds himself with too much time on his hands. A shooting has him on leave and under investigation, and all he can do is dwell on the past. For the first time in years, new information about his brother has surfaced that may lead them to the location of a body.The midwinter ground is frozen solid. Worse, Packard is cut off from department resources. As he strikes out to finally uncover the truth behind his brother''s disappearance, he stumbles on a separate, suspicious death. A tenuous connection exists between the two cases, and as Packard starts to dig, he meets fierce resistance from friends and foes alike who want him to stand down.The winter is long and cold. By the end of it, Packard will risk everything to catch a killer and reveal the shocking truth about his brother.
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The Rockpool Murder - Emylia Hall
A stunning Cornish house, a shocking death—can The Shell House Detectives catch a killer hiding in plain sight?"Sensationally good... I absolutely loved it."—Rosie Walsh“No one does coastal crime like Emylia Hall.” —Lucy ClarkeMusic legend Baz Carson is ready to welcome his closest friends and family to celebrate his seventieth birthday at Rockpool House, his stunning mansion set high on the cliffs on the Cornish coast. But the festivities come to an abrupt end when Baz is found dead, floating fully clothed in his infinity pool.Tallulah, a boho-chic Californian and Baz’s first love, is convinced that his death wasn’t an accident. He’s just published his tell-all memoir, and the list of those who might wish him harm is long. But with just eight guests at Baz’s luxury, gated home, who could have killed him—and why?Tallulah hires Ally Bright and ex-cop Jayden Weston to uncover the truth. It’s a case that becomes a race against time, and one that will push Ally and Jayden to their limits as they draw ever closer to a killer. A killer who’s hiding in plain sight and feels they have nothing to lose…
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The Last Wizards' Ball - Charlaine Harris
''Immersive, involving, suspenseful, and intriguing, with a main character you''ll love'' LEE CHILDNo.1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Charlaine Harris returns with the sixth and final instalment in the critically acclaimed Gunnie Rose series as sisters Lizbeth Rose and Felicia must face their fates at the last Wizards'' Ball.Lizbeth Rose''s sister Felicia attends the Grand Wizards'' Ball, and as one of the most powerful - and beautiful - death wizards in a generation, she is highly sought after as one of the belles of the ball.However, war and violence are on the rise in Europe as German and Japanese wizards are also courting Felicia . . . and some are refusing to take no for an answer.As the façade of genteel wizard society turns deadly, Lizbeth must learn to not only protect her sister, but also navigate the arcane world that is pulling her sister and husband into a dangerous dance with death that could change the world as they know it.__________Love The Walking Dead, Westworld or True Blood? You will ADORE this gritty and wildly entertaining tale, set in a parallel reality of the United States where magic is an outlawed power.Praise for Charlaine Harris:''A gripping, twisty-turny, thrill-ride of a read'' Karin Slaughter''Harris has a remarkable talent for world building'' Booklist''A gritty, action-filled story with a touch of magic'' Anne Bishop
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The Whales on the Bus - Katrina Charmanová
WINNER of the BookTrust Storytime Prize 2021Cranes on trains? Goats on boats? Dragons on wagons? Join in the fun with a host of colourful animals as they ride, soar, whizz and zoom on a whole range of exciting vehicles … from tigers on gliders to ducks on trucks. Add to that a text to read aloud to the tune of ''The Wheels on the Bus'' and … What a combination!The whales on the bus ride round the town, Round the town, round the town. The whales on the bus ride round the town,All day long!Jam-packed with things on wheels and a whole lot of crazy creatures, this zany adventure provides endless fun for fans of planes, trains, cars, buses and animals of all kinds! Little ones will love singing along to the tune of a favourite nursery rhyme, with bold, colourful illustrations by the instantly recognisable Nick Sharratt and text by the talented Katrina Charman.
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The Girl on the Train - Paula Hawkins
THE RUNAWAY GLOBAL BESTSELLER''Really great suspense novel. Kept me up most of the night. The alcoholic narrator is dead perfect'' STEPHEN KINGRachel catches the same commuter train every morning. She knows it will wait at the same signal each time, overlooking a row of back gardens. She''s even started to feel like she knows the people who live in one of the houses. ''Jess and Jason'', she calls them. Their life - as she sees it - is perfect. If only Rachel could be that happy.And then she sees something shocking. It''s only a minute until the train moves on, but it''s enough.Now everything''s changed. Now Rachel has a chance to become a part of the lives she''s only watched from afar.Now they''ll see; she''s much more than just the girl on the train. . .''A long, long time since a book gripped me like this'' MARIAN KEYES******''Gripping, enthralling - a top-notch thriller and a compulsive read'' S J WATSON''A cleverly crafted piece of modern suburban noir'' Independent on Sunday''It sucked up my entire afternoon. I simply could not put it down'' TESS GERRITSEN''My vote for unreliable narrator of the year'' The Times***PAULA HAWKINS'' ADDICTIVE NEW THRILLER, THE BLUE HOUR IS AVAILABLE NOW***
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The Woman on the Ledge - Ruth Mancini
* The instant Sunday Times bestseller! * Get ready for one of the most gripping psychological thrillers of the year, perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister, Lisa Jewell and Paula Hawkins.‘I’ve been yearning for something to give me Girl on the Train vibes. . . this is that book.’ Lisa Jewell''Totally unpredictable. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough'' Claire Douglas''A deliciously clever book. Jaw-dropping. Absolutely outstanding'' Andrea Mara''Utterly gripping from first to last ... I guarantee you’ll be absolutely hooked.'' The Guardian___________A tragic accident? Or murder?A woman falls to her death from a London bank''s twenty-fifth-floor roof terrace.You''re arrested for her murder.You tell the police that you only met the victim the previous night at your office party. She was threatening to jump from the roof, but you talked her down.You''ve got nothing to do with this tragedy.You''re clearly being framed.So why do the police keep picking holes in your story?And why doesn''t your lawyer seem to believe you?It soon becomes obvious that you''re keeping secrets.But who are you trying to protect? And why?Obsession. Intrigue. Revenge. Get ready for one of the most twisty thrillers this year!___________Readers are loving The Woman on the Ledge . . .***** ''ONE OF THE BEST PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS I HAVE READ THIS YEAR!!! WHAT A BRILLIANTLY WRITTEN MASTERPIECE!!!''***** ''It’s been awhile since I have read a good PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, and even longer since I read a great one-but this ORIGINAL gem is pretty great!''***** ''This has the best dynamics of a book that I have read in awhile. What a talented author!''***** ''Recommend this one to anyone who enjoys an intense, twisted, thought-provoking and engaging Psychological Thriller.''***** ''All I can say is that this is not a book to be missed.''___________More love for The Woman on the Ledge:''A thrill-ride of a novel - dark, riveting and twisty'' Lucy Clarke‘I inhaled this. . . Lots of twists and turns. Couldn’t put it down!’ Hayley Morris‘Razor-sharp plotting, great writing ... a pitch-perfect legal thriller’ Harriet Tyce''A deeply satisfying read'' Her Honour Judge Wendy Joseph KC''I’m certain this will be one of my favourite thrillers of 2024 already!’ Prima''A twist-a-minute thrill ride!'' Lisa Gardner''Had me turning the pages through the night'' Heidi Perks''A gripping thriller with a great premise and a twist I didn’t see coming'' John Marrs''The best thriller I''ve read in ages'' Laura Pearson‘Wonderfully twisty, fabulously unexpected and immensely satisfying’ Alex Marwood''The best kind of plot-twisty story ... I devoured it!'' Sabine Durrant''Breathtaking storytelling ... Stunning!’ Jane Fallon''WOW! I absolutely loved it'' Stu Cummins''A clever idea and an even cleverer plot.'' Belfast Telegraph‘So full of twists and turns it will make your head hurt – in a good way!’ Fabulous, Sun on Sunday‘A tense novel’ Bella‘A twisty tale that will keep you on your toes’ Heat‘A dark and compelling legal thriller.’ Woman & Home
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The Woman on the Ledge - Ruth Mancini
Get ready for one of the most gripping psychological thrillers of the year, perfect for fans of Gillian McAllister, Lisa Jewell and Paula Hawkins.‘I’ve been yearning for something to give me Girl on the Train vibes. . . this is that book.’ Lisa Jewell''Totally unpredictable. I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough'' Claire Douglas''A deliciously clever book. Jaw-dropping. Absolutely outstanding'' Andrea Mara''Utterly gripping from first to last ... I guarantee you’ll be absolutely hooked.'' The Guardian___________A tragic accident? Or murder?A woman falls to her death from a London bank''s twenty-fifth-floor roof terrace.You''re arrested for her murder.You tell the police that you only met the victim the previous night at your office party. She was threatening to jump from the roof, but you talked her down.You''ve got nothing to do with this tragedy.You''re clearly being framed.So why do the police keep picking holes in your story?And why doesn''t your lawyer seem to believe you?It soon becomes obvious that you''re keeping secrets.But who are you trying to protect? And why?Obsession. Intrigue. Revenge. Get ready for one of the most twisty thrillers this year!___________Readers are loving The Woman on the Ledge . . .***** ''ONE OF THE BEST PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS I HAVE READ THIS YEAR!!! WHAT A BRILLIANTLY WRITTEN MASTERPIECE!!!''***** ''It’s been awhile since I have read a good PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, and even longer since I read a great one-but this ORIGINAL gem is pretty great!''***** ''This has the best dynamics of a book that I have read in awhile. What a talented author!''***** ''Recommend this one to anyone who enjoys an intense, twisted, thought-provoking and engaging Psychological Thriller.''***** ''All I can say is that this is not a book to be missed.''___________More love for The Woman on the Ledge:''A thrill-ride of a novel - dark, riveting and twisty'' Lucy Clarke‘I inhaled this. . . Lots of twists and turns. Couldn’t put it down!’ Hayley Morris‘Razor-sharp plotting, great writing ... a pitch-perfect legal thriller’ Harriet Tyce''A deeply satisfying read'' Her Honour Judge Wendy Joseph KC''I’m certain this will be one of my favourite thrillers of 2024 already!’ Prima''A twist-a-minute thrill ride!'' Lisa Gardner''Had me turning the pages through the night'' Heidi Perks''A gripping thriller with a great premise and a twist I didn’t see coming'' John Marrs''The best thriller I''ve read in ages'' Laura Pearson‘Wonderfully twisty, fabulously unexpected and immensely satisfying’ Alex Marwood''The best kind of plot-twisty story ... I devoured it!'' Sabine Durrant''Breathtaking storytelling ... Stunning!’ Jane Fallon''WOW! I absolutely loved it'' Stu Cummins''A clever idea and an even cleverer plot.'' Belfast Telegraph‘So full of twists and turns it will make your head hurt – in a good way!’ Fabulous, Sun on Sunday‘A tense novel’ Bella‘A twisty tale that will keep you on your toes’ Heat‘A dark and compelling legal thriller.’ Woman & HomeInstant Sunday Times bestseller, September 2024
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The Giant on the Skyline - Clover Stroud
From the Sunday Times bestseller of The Red of my Blood and My Wild and Sleepless Nights comes an inspiring memoir about home, family, and belonging.''A travel book about wanting to stay put: a pilgrimage through a fabled English landscape … Stroud’s best memoir yet, the most invigoratingly expansive, strikingly written. Moving … Transformative.'' Daily Mail''Stroud writes gloriously… a deeply thoughtful exploration of the meaning of home and belonging''. - i News''The Giant on the Skyline is a potent reminder, as Stroud takes a step into the unknown, of the ways in which places become part of you.'' TLS''In the Giant on the Skyline, Stroud has produced something exceptional: a mystical meditation on what home means and what constitutes belonging … It is magical and haunting and profoundly moving.'' Spectator''Assured, visceral, sexy as well as sensuous, richly coloured in every way.'' The Oldie''Raw, honest and poignant.'' Woman''s Own''One of the books we''re most looking forward to in 2024'' - Good Housekeeping-----------------Would you give up your home for your partner''s career? What is it that makes your home a home? Can you make a home without the roots that tie you to a place? What is a home when a family is split?Clover''s eldest children are leaving home for university. Her husband Pete''s work is in America.The only way for Clover and the younger children to live with him is to uproot, leave their rural life near the ancient Ridgeway in Oxfordshire and move to Washington DC.Forced to leave the home she loves, Clover sets out to explore the place where she lives, understand the history of her landscape, and work out why it is that it is so hard for her to go.In this profound and moving memoir, Sunday Times bestselling author Clover Stroud paints a beautifully layered portrait of home, family, community and of belonging. ------------------''I loved this…She writes with force, power, and a radical transparency. It''s a gift.’ - Cal Flynn''This incredibly special book will make you think of all the places and people you have ever called home.’ - Emma Gannon''I’m blown away by Clover’s writing. So impressive, inspiring, fluid, honest and resonant.’ - James Aldred‘A beautiful book, written in lyrical, liquid prose that seems to flow straight from the heart to the page.’ - Sophy Roberts‘Few writers I know have this intense intimacy, or such an immediately engaging effect on a reader. It really is magic.’ - Lucy Atkins‘Clover’s most profound and moving, and unquestionably her most soaringly beautiful…’ - Juliet NicolsonPraise for Clover Stroud''A fearless explorer of the human heart.'' - Elizabeth Gilbert''Stroud''s writing is knife-sharp, beautiful and profound.'' - Madeline Miller''Clover''s writing is sensationally beautiful.'' - Laura Cumming''I love Clover Stroud''s writing. It feels like she''s mining for treasure, drilling down with lyrical prose, getting to the thing that makes us human.'' - Christie Watson
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On the Tree of the Cross - John Behr
Thou hast redeemed us from the curse of the Law by Thy precious Blood. By being nailed to the Cross and pierced with the Spear, Thou hast poured immortality on mankind. O our Saviour, glory to Thee. ?????? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ? ???Troparion for Holy Friday Atonement?is a contested but inescapable term in contemporary English-language theological discussion. The doctrine of atonement has received little attention in Orthodox Christian circles since the work of Fr Georges Florovsky, who labored to clarify and promulgate the Orthodox teaching on atonement on the basis of his theological leitmotifs of neo-patristic synthesis and encounter with the West. Florovsky saw the doctrine of the person of Christ as the key to apprehending the pattern and the unity of God?s redemptive work. Hence he always sought to follow the Church Fathers in weaving together the themes of creation and fall, incarnation and atonement, deification and redemption, liturgy and asceticism, in the variegated yet seamless robe of true theology. The present volume is inspired by Florovsky?s legacy. It is composed of two parts. The first is a collection of papers on atonement by contemporary scholars from a patristic symposium in honor of Florovsky held at ?Princeton Theological Seminary and Princeton University in 2011. The second part is a collection of writings on atonement by Florovsky himself, including previously unpublished manuscripts and other works otherwise hard to access. This book offers incisive and informed neo-patristic voices to any contemporary discussion of atonement, thus responding to the perennial legacy and task to which Fr Georges Florovsky exhorted Orthodox theological reflection.
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The Mill on the Floss - George Eliot
Drawing on George Eliot''s own childhood experiences to craft an unforgettable story of first love, sibling rivalry and regret, The Mill on the Floss is edited with an introduction and notes by A.S. Byatt, author of Possession, in Penguin Classics.Brought up at Dorlcote Mill, Maggie Tulliver worships her brother Tom and is desperate to win the approval of her parents, but her passionate, wayward nature and her fierce intelligence bring her into constant conflict with her family. As she reaches adulthood, the clash between their expectations and her desires is painfully played out as she finds herself torn between her relationships with three very different men: her proud and stubborn brother; hunchbacked Tom Wakem, the son of her family''s worst enemy; and the charismatic but dangerous Stephen Guest. With its poignant portrayal of sibling relationships, The Mill on the Floss is considered George Eliot''s most autobiographical novel; it is also one of her most powerful and moving.In this edition, writer and critic A.S. Byatt, author of Possession, provides full explanatory notes and an introduction relating The Mill on the Floss to George Eliot''s own life and times.Mary Ann Evans (1819-80) began her literary career as a translator, and later editor, of the Westminster Review. In 1857, she published Scenes of Clerical Life, the first of eight novels she would publish under the name of ''George Eliot'', including The Mill on the Floss, Middlemarch, and Daniel Deronda.If you enjoyed The Mill on the Floss, you might like Thomas Hardy''s Jude the Obscure, also available in Penguin Classics.
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The Pebbles on the Beach - Clarence Ellis
*Top 10 Sunday Times bestseller*The Pebbles on the Beach was first published in 1954. This newly reissued edition includes a foreword by Robert Macfarlane. There is a handy illustrated guide to identifying pebbles on the reverse of the book jacket.Pebble-hunting is a pleasant hobby that makes little demand upon one''s patience and still less upon one''s physical energy. (You may even enjoy the hunt from the luxurious sloth of a deck chair). One of the true delights of the pebble-seeker is to read the stories in the stones - to determine whence and by what means they came to be there. We must always bear in mind that a pebble is a transient thing. It is in the half-way stage of a long existence . . .This is a book about the simple pleasure of pebble spotting. Clarence Ellis is a charming, knowledgeable and witty guide to everything you didn''t know there was to know about pebbles. He ruminates on what a pebble actually is, before showing us how they are formed, advising on the best pebble-spotting grounds in the UK, helping to identify individual stones, and giving tips on the necessary kit. You''ll know your chert from your schist, your onyx from your agate, and will be on your guard for artificial intruders before you know it. Understanding the humble pebble makes a trip to the beach, lake-side or river bank simply that little bit more fascinating.
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Lonely Planet Kids The Games on the Go Activity Book - Lonely Planet, Lonely Planet Kids
Winner - 2024 KZone/Total Girl Toy Awards - Best Gaming Activity BookThe ultimate on-the-go activity book that''s packed with over 100 travel-themed games for curious minds who enjoy pencil to paper challenges.From road trip bingo to search-and-find pictures; true or false quizzes to mind-bending mazes; this book makes the ultimate companion for kids who love to solve puzzles and keep their minds busy. Inside The Games on the Go Activity Book:Over 100 games to banish boredom with fill-in activities, word and matching games, drawing tasks and so much moreThe perfect size to fit into your hand luggage or backpack so you can easily dip in and out of the games, brainteasers, and drawing challengesThe much-anticipated follow-up to the Games on the Go activity cards boxset and an entertaining addition to the Lonely Planet Kids’ Activities on the Go seriesAnswers and solutions are available at the end of the bookHours of entertainment with interactive activities including: mirror mirror picture drawing; fill in the blank space; draw your own skyscrapers; word searches; solve the number sequence; memory games; connect the words to pictures; sudoku; spot the odd one out; match the missing image; treasure hunts; word scrambles Make The Games on the Go Activity Book a must-pack addition for your travels and discover pages of entertaining activities that combine some of the best puzzles and challenges from the Lonely Planet Kids'' Activities on the Go series. This is the perfect book to engage thinkers during an adventure away from home or an afternoon spent indoors.
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The Boy on the Shed:A remarkable sporting memoir with a foreword by Alan Shearer - Paul Ferris
*Sports Book Awards Autobiography of the Year**Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award**The Sunday Times Sports Book of the Year* *The Times Sports Book of the Year* *Telegraph Football Book of the Year*Readers love The Boy on the Shed''A journey full of emotion . . . Spectacular'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Honest, insightful and shows how football really has to sort itself out'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Paul Ferris writes from the heart, a wonderful book'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Exceptional'' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Ferris''s wonderful memoir represents a twin triumph. He has endured every kind of setback in life but has invariably reinvented himself; and his writing is a pure pleasure.'' The Sunday Times ''Enough depth and humanity to make your average football autobiography look like a Ladybird book.'' Telegraph''A masterpiece'' Brian McNally ''Football memoirs rarely produce great literature but Ferris''s The Boy on the Shed is a glistening exception.'' Guardian ''Fascinating and stylishly told.'' David Walsh, bestselling author of Seven Deadly Sins __________The Boy on the Shed is a story of love and fate. At 16, Paul Ferris becomes Newcastle United''s youngest-ever first-teamer. Like many a tricky winger from Northern Ireland, he is hailed as ''the new George Best''.As a player and later a physio and member of the Magpies'' managerial team, Paul''s career acquaints him not only with Kevin Keegan, Kenny Dalglish and Bobby Robson, Ruud Gullit, Paul Gascoigne and Alan Shearer but also with injury, insecurity and disappointment.Talented and carefree on the pitch, shy and anxious off it, he earns a tilt at stardom. His first spell at Newcastle turns sour, as does his return as a physio, although obtaining a Masters degree shows him what he could achieve away from football.Written with brutal candour, dark humour and consummate style, The Boy on the Shed is a riveting and moving account of a life less ordinary.__________
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The Girl on the Bathroom Floor - Amber Emily Smith
The Girl on the Bathroom Floor is a raw and unflinching look at the moments most never share, the ones behind closed doors, on the bathroom floor, in your car, or hidden in the closet—where pain, fear, and grief seem to hit hardest. It''s also a promise that, even there, you are still tenderly held by a God who grieves with you and offers you hope through suffering even when everything else is falling apart. Amber Smith, wife of former country music artist, Granger Smith invites you into the most vulnerable spaces of her life, behind the closed doors where she wrestled with the traumatic and heartbreaking death of their three-year-old son, River. Amber opens the door to the unseen pain and the relentless ache following his death, the countless tears shed in private, along with the soul altering aftermath of a life forever changed.But even before River''s tragic passing, Amber was no stranger to tears on the bathroom floor. From the pressures of motherhood, family members experiencing addiction, broken relationships, and feelings of helplessness while watching loved ones suffer, Amber explores what to do when faced with all the types of pain that can drive you to your knees. For the one who wants to:discover where God is in a world of hurt;navigate private pain with grace and grit;find hope and joy in the midst of suffering; anduncover the power of faith through the darkest of times Amber offers her story of despair but not defeat, to illustrate how grief does not have to separate you from hope or joy. In fact, it can lead you to it. This book aims to serve as a compass for those feeling unseen and undone, pointing towards the true source of profound healing, our Savior Jesus. The Girl on the Bathroom Floor sheds light on the dark shadows of hurt so many endure, offering hope through your season of sorrow.
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The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook - Chanda A. Bell
A full-color, gifty Christmas cookbook filled with recipes, activities, and holiday magic, guided by the Scout Elves.The Elf on the Shelf is a phenomenon for families around the world. Every year, millions of Scout Elf helpers fly in from the North Pole to join in the Christmas cheer, with great excitement every day as parents watch their children discover their elves’ landing spots. Many families integrate their Scout Elf friends into food and kitchen traditions, with the holidays filled with laughter and fun as little and big hands tinker with ingredients, stirring, mixing, and pouring their hearts into something wonderfully delicious. These loving traditions are at the heart of Christmas magic!The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook is presented by an exceptional team of Mrs. Claus’ Sweet Shop Elves, who share their favorite holiday recipes, along with ingredient lists, tips, tools, and favorite recipes you’ll love to incorporate into The Elf on the Shelf tradition. With chapters starting in Scout Elf Return Week, usually in the last week of November, right up until Christmas Eve, when Scout Elves depart, the book shares fifty recipes, plus activities, projects, and ways to include your own family’s Scout Elf, who can’t help but get in on the kitchen action! This highly illustrated, interactive book includes:Basic culinary vocab, safety tips, and ways parents can bring their kids into the kitchenClassic and updated Christmas recipes with easy variations for breakfasts, snacks, desserts, drinks, and special elf-size food (you’ll love to set up little feasts for your Scout Elf pals!)Activities including Seek and Find, trivia for Movie Night (an annual tradition for The Elf on the Shelf families), and moreRecipes for special return celebrations on other holidays and birthdaysThe fun and elftastic recipes include The Cheer Is Here Pancakes!, Mrs. Claus’ North Pole Famous Peppermint Bark, Fa-la-Lollipops, Bitty Burger Bites, and Reindeer Munch Snack MixChock-full of inspiring ideas for holiday fun for young and old alike, The Elf on the Shelf Family Cookbook will be a treasured holiday companion for years to come!
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The War on the West - Douglas Murray
In The War on the West, international bestselling author Douglas Murray asks: if the history of humankind is one of slavery, conquest, prejudice, genocide and exploitation, why are only Western nations taking the blame for it?It's become perfectly acceptable to celebrate the contributions of non-Western cultures, but discussing their flaws and crimes is called hate speech. What's more it has become acceptable to discuss the flaws and crimes of Western culture, but celebrating their contributions is also called hate speech. Some of this is a much-needed reckoning; however, some is part of a larger international attack on reason, democracy, science, progress and the citizens of the West by dishonest scholars, hatemongers, hostile nations and human-rights abusers hoping to distract from their ongoing villainy.In The War on the West, Douglas Murray shows the ways in which many well-meaning people have been lured into polarisation by lies, and shows how far the world's most crucial political debates have been hijacked across Europe and America. Propelled by an incisive deconstruction of inconsistent arguments and hypocritical activism, The War on the West is an essential and urgent polemic that cements Murray's status as one of the world's foremost political writers.
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Multilogues on the Now: On Glands, Membranes and Cavities - Hana Janečková, Zuzana Jakalová
Multilogues on the Now: On Glands, Membranes and Cavities seek to explore the terrain beyond the binary, focusing on posthuman and more-than-human approaches to health, embodiment and sexuality. Liquid, non-linear, messy, poetic, unstable, leaky, parasitic, monstrous and queer ways of being in the world lead to new openings: of body and its interiority in the wider scale of the micro and the macro. Through this publication-object, we aim to hold onto space for the co-existence and conviviality between the human and more-than-human. In the face of the current global health crisis, our aim is to re-shape and re-imagine toxic power dynamics rooted in intertwined supremacies. Focusing on existing and speculative ideas and practices, contributions to this book all strive for a more equal, feminist and horizontal present. (ed.)
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The Mill on the Floss - George Eliot
The Penguin English Library Edition of The Mill on the Floss by George EliotIf life had no love in it, what else was there for Maggie?Tragic and moving, The Mill on the Floss is a novel of grand passions and tormented lives. As the rebellious Maggie's fiery spirit and imaginative nature bring her into bitter conflict with her narrow provincial family, most painfully with her beloved brother Tom, their fates are played out on an epic scale. George Eliot drew on her own frustrated rural upbringing to create one of the great novels of childhood, and one of literature's most unforgettable heroines.The Penguin English Library - 100 editions of the best fiction in English, from the eighteenth century and the very first novels to the beginning of the First World War.
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On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness - Andrew Peterson
More than 1 million copies sold worldwide. Discover the world of the Wingfeather Saga.NOW AN ANIMATED SERIES Watch now on, Prime Video, Angel Studios App or Apple TV.Janner Igiby, his brother, Tink, and their sister, Leeli, are gifted children as all children are, loved by their noble mother and ex-pirate grandfather.After living for years under the occupation by the evil Fangs of Dang, the Igiby children find a map rumoured to lead to the lost Jewels of Anniera - the one thing the Fangs will do anything to find. The family is thrown headlong into a perilous adventure, uncovering truths that will change their world forever.On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness is a tale children of all ages will cherish, families can read aloud, and readers'' groups are sure to enjoy discussing for its many layers of meaning.Extra features include new interior illustrations from Joe Sutphin, funny footnotes, a map of the fantastical world, and inventive appendices.Get this volume for your children and for yourself. It''s the kind of story that belongs on a shelf alongside the Chronicles of Narnia and The Hobbit. є є є є є Reader reviewMy eldest enjoyed this series immensely, and I just finished reading it aloud to my younger three; the eldest listened in for most of it. What a well-written, exciting tale with plenty of mystery. Page turning, edge-of-your-seat reading that had our whole family spellbound. We dive into North or be Eaten tomorrow! є є є є є Reader reviewThe first book in the Wingfeather Saga. It grabs you and never lets go. I highly recommend this book by a seriously good author. є є є є є Reader reviewIt was the front cover that attracted me to this book and I''m glad it did. The story is set in a magical world that felt so real. It manages to be both humorous and scary. The characters were well built and described so well that I felt I was in an RPG computer game! є є є є є Reader reviewThis is the beginning of a fantastic series of books. When you read this volume, you might find the creatures outlandish and the names of things silly, but there are deeper details at work. The three children and their adults are about to embark on a tremendous adventure while learning about sacrifice, perseverance, and love. є є є є є Reader review
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The Room on the Broom Party Book - Julia Donaldsonová
Plan a wonderful, witchy party with The Room on the Broom Party Book, perfect for themed birthday and Halloween parties!Based on the bestselling picture book, Room on the Broom, by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, The Room on the Broom Party Book is filled with lots of magical games and activities such as a witch''s treasure hunt, broomstick games, magic bog slime and more! Also included are invitations and spooky decorations, recipes for tasty party food, and instructions for making your very own witch''s cauldron piñata – plus the Room on the Broom Song, jokes and over 200 stickers.
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The Lion on the Bus - Gareth P. Jones
A toothsome take on a much loved nursery rhyme – with an all-singing, all-dancing finale!Sing, roar and growl along with the animals, in this brilliantly bonkers twist on the classic Wheels on the Bus!The wheels on the bus go round and round …But who’s that getting on? OH, NO!It’s a LION! And a PANTHER! And a CROCODILE!This bus ride is about to get very wild – but is it really as scary as it seems?An irresistible combination of favourite animals, shout-aloud vehicle noises and a much loved storytime rhyme – with a light-touch message of friendship and acceptance.Perfect for fans of You Can’t Take an Elephant on the Bus and Never Tickle a Tiger.
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The War on the West - Douglas Murray
SUNDAY TIMES NUMBER ONE BESTSELLER‘The most important book of the year’ Daily MailThe brilliant and provocative new book from one of the world’s foremost political writers‘The anti-Western revisionists have been out in force in recent years. It is high time that we revise them in turn…’In The War on the West, international bestselling author Douglas Murray asks: if the history of humankind is one of slavery, conquest, prejudice, genocide and exploitation, why are only Western nations taking the blame for it? It’s become perfectly acceptable to celebrate the contributions of non-Western cultures, but discussing their flaws and crimes is called hate speech. What’s more it has become acceptable to discuss the flaws and crimes of Western culture, but celebrating their contributions is also called hate speech. Some of this is a much-needed reckoning; however, some is part of a larger international attack on reason, democracy, science, progress and the citizens of the West by dishonest scholars, hatemongers, hostile nations and human-rights abusers hoping to distract from their ongoing villainy.In The War on the West, Douglas Murray shows the ways in which many well-meaning people have been lured into polarisation by lies, and shows how far the world’s most crucial political debates have been hijacked across Europe and America. Propelled by an incisive deconstruction of inconsistent arguments and hypocritical activism, The War on the West is an essential and urgent polemic that cements Murray’s status as one of the world’s foremost political writers.
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The Dinos on the Bus - Peter Millett
Hop on and sing along to the tune of "The Wheels on the Bus!"Roar, stomp and clap along with a class of playful dinosaurs as they go on their first bus journey!"The Wheels on the Bus" transforms into the squeals on the bus as the little dinos travel up and down, round and round, all through the land. Packed full of actions to join in, with a calming ending to wind down after all the excitement, this is the perfect first picture book to enjoy together.Young readers will stomp their feet and clap their hands in delight as they sing along with this fun-filled, dinosaur reinvention of this popular rhyme! Ladybird Sing-along Stories:Supports development of early language Encourages interaction and playRecommended for children aged 2+
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Last Wizards' Ball - Charlaine Harris
#1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Charlaine Harris returns with the sixth and final installment in the critically acclaimed Gunnie Rose series as sisters Lizbeth Rose and Felicia must face their fates at the last Wizards’ Ball.Lizbeth Rose’s sister Felicia attends the Grand Wizards’ Ball, and as one of the most powerful—and beautiful—death wizards in a generation, she is highly sought after as one of the belles of the ball. However, war and violence are on the rise in Europe as German and Japanese wizards are also courting Felicia…and some are refusing to take no for an answer. As the façade of genteel wizard society turns deadly, Lizbeth must learn to not only protect her sister, but also navigate the arcane world that is pulling her sister and husband into a dangerous dance with death that could change the world as they know it. #1 New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author Charlaine Harris has crafted a murderous and magical family drama in this sixth and final installment to the beloved and bestselling Gunnie Rose series.
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The Teashop on the Corner - Milly Johnsonová
The magical and feel-good novel from the Sunday Times bestseller‘The feeling you get when you read a Milly Johnson book should be bottled and made available on the NHS’ Debbie JohnsonLife is full of second chances, if only you keep your heart open for them. Spring Hill Square is a pretty sanctuary away from the bustle of everyday life. And at its centre is Leni Merryman's Teashop on the Corner, specialising in cake, bookish stationery and compassion.And for three people, all in need of a little TLC, it is somewhere to find a friend to lean on. Carla Pride has just discovered that her late husband Martin was not who she thought he was. And now she must learn to put her marriage behind her and move forward.Molly Jones's ex-husband Harvey has reappeared in her life after many years, wanting to put right the wrongs of the past before it is too late. And Will Linton's business has gone bust and his wife has left him to pick up the pieces. Now he needs to gather the strength to start again.Can all three find the comfort they are looking for in The Teashop on the Corner? And as their hearts are slowly mended by Leni, can they return the favour when she needs it most?
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The Highland Girls on Guard - Helen Yendall
‘Had me hooked from the start and I got so involved with the characters I couldn’t stop reading’ Vicki BeebyScotland, 1943. It’s a long hot summer in Scotland but the Women’s Timber Corps have more than forest fires to worry about.Upper class Seffy has spent months proving herself to the other young women, but when new recruits arrive, she quickly feels lost again. She distracts herself by helping set up a Women’s Home Defence Corps, but the idea soon meets resistance from the locals.Dependable Joey had turned her back on love since she ran away from heartbreak to join the Corps, but when she crosses paths with a soldier deployed nearby, she feels a connection with him she’s never felt before – but will she be burned by love again?And young Tattie is desperate to impress the other women and make a new life for herself, far away from her troubled home. But her willingness to impress leaves her at risk of being used…As the summer beats on, can the Lumberjills pull together and protect the forest – and each other?''A true saga with friendship, heartbreak and joy. More please!’ Elaine Everest''Five stars and highly recommended'' Jean Fullerton''Helen Yendall is a rising star in wartime sagas'' Betty Walker''A wartime saga full of feisty, relatable characters who you take into your heart'' Michelle RawlinsA heartwarming WW2 novel for fans of Rosie Clarke and Annie GrovesReaders LOVE The Highland Girls on Guard!‘Greatly written… Read it far too quickly!!’ âââââ NetGalley reviewer‘It was a joy to read…The icing on the cake was the discovery that there''s to be a third book’ âââââ NetGalley reviewer''This is the first time that I read a novel by Helen Yendall! I could not put it down'' âââââ NetGalley reviewer''The plotting was fast-paced and intriguing, combining elements of romance, friendship, subterfuge, and a satisfying, cheer-out-loud ending. A thoroughly enjoyable read'' âââââ NetGalley reviewer''Beautifully written and a real page turner'' âââââ NetGalley reviewer
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The Room on the Broom Cookbook - Julia Donaldsonová
The Room on the Broom Cookbook is jam-packed with spellbindingly delicious treats, healthy snacks and simple meals – all inspired by the bestselling picture book Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.Make your own cheese wands, creepy crawly crackers, roasted dragon or even witch and chips. With twenty-three recipes specially designed for adults to use with children, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and lots of hints and tips on what to do next, The Room on the Broom Cookbook is a great way to inspire an interest in cooking and baking.Treat your friends with homemade fruity magic potion smoothies, bake some delicious party treats and wow everyone with the showstopping horrible beast cake. Packed full of magical recipes, this cookbook is perfect for holidays, rainy days or celebrating Room on the Broom day with a Halloween party!
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The Making of Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood - Jay Glennie
Legendary filmmaker Quentin Tarantino personally introduces the definitive and official examination of his entire oeuvre with the Quentin Tarantino Library written by Jay Glennie. In the first book in the series, The Making of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, writer Jay Glennie pulls back the curtain on the visionary writer/director/producer’s ninth film, with unprecedented access to the filmmaker, cast, and crew. This epic tome is a stunning and faithful deep dive into the mind of a masterful auteur and a must-have book for all film lovers and Quentin Tarantino fans.For the first time ever Academy Award winning filmmaker Quentin Tarantino has granted respected journalist and author Jay Glennie unique access revealing the never-before-told behind-the-scenes making of one of the most iconic films of all time, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood. Quentin Tarantino personally introduces the volume, as well as providing hundreds of behind-the-scenes photographs, along with production memos, concept art, and costume and production design sketches. There are also exclusive reproductions of letters, studio documents and film ephemera. The result is an account of the monumental effort undertaken to produce Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood and is the official record of how it was achieved, from inception to the world premiere and on to ten Academy Award nominations, resulting in two Oscars. The book includes new and exclusive interviews undertaken by Jay Glennie with key cast and crew members, including Oscar winning actors Leonardo DiCaprio and Brad Pitt, Oscar nominee Margot Robbie, and the brilliant supporting cast including Oscar winner Mikey Madison, Margaret Qualley, Oscar nominee Austin Butler, Lena Dunham, Kurt Russell, Dakota Fanning, Emile Hirsch, Damian Lewis, Maya Hawke, and Sydney Sweeney.
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The Girl on the Train: A formát (9781784161101)
Kniha – autor Paula Hawkins, 416 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá - autor Paula Hawkins, 416 stran, anglicky, brožovaná bez přebalu lesklá THE RUNAWAY SUNDAY TIMES NO.1 BESTSELLER AND THRILLER OF THE YEAR 'Really great suspense novel. Kept me up most of the night. The alcoholic narrator is dead perfect' STEPHEN KING Rachel catches the same commuter train every morning. She knows it will wait at the same signal each time, overlooking a row of back gardens. She’s even started to feel like she knows the people who live in one of the houses. ‘Jess and Jason’, she calls them. Their life – as she sees it – is perfect. If only Rachel could be that happy. And then she sees something shocking. It’s only a minute until the train moves on, but it’s enough. Now everything’s changed. Now Rachel has a chance to become a part of the lives she’s only watched from afar. Now they’ll see; she’s much more than just the girl on the train Paula Hawkins worked as...
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The Hand on the Wall - Johnson Maureen
Ellingham Academy must be cursed. Three people are now dead. One, a victim of either a prank gone wrong or a murder. Another, dead by misadventure. And now, an accident in Burlington has claimed another life. All three in the wrong place at the wrong time. All at the exact moment of Stevie’s greatest triumph . . . She knows who Truly Devious is. She’s solved it. The greatest case of the century. At least, she thinks she has. With this latest tragedy, it’s hard to concentrate on the past. Not only has someone died in town, but David disappeared of his own free will and is up to something. Stevie is sure that somehow—somehow—all these things connect. The three deaths in the present. The deaths in the past. The missing Alice Ellingham and the missing David Eastman. Somewhere in this place of riddles and puzzles there must be answers. Then another accident occurs as a massive storm heads toward Vermont. This is too much for the parents and administrators. Ellingham Academy is evacuated. Obviously, it’s time for Stevie to do something stupid. It’s time to stay on the mountain and face the storm—and a murderer. In the tantalizing finale to the Truly Devious trilogy, New York Times bestselling author Maureen Johnson expertly tangles her dual narrative threads and ignites an explosive end for all who’ve walked through Ellingham Academy.
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The Book on the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are - Alan Watts
The Book On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are explores an unrecognised but mighty taboo - our tacit conspiracy to ignore who, or what, we really are. Alan Watts, key thinker of Western Zen Buddhism, explains how to reconsider our relationship with the world. We are in urgent need of a sense of our own existence, which is in accord with the physical facts and which overcomes our feeling of alienation from the universe.In The Book On the Taboo Against Knowing Who You Are, Alan Watts asks what causes the illusion of the self as a separate ego which confronts a universe of physical objects that are alien to it. Rather, a person's identity binds them to the physical universe, creating a relationship with their environment and other people. The separation of the self and the physical world leads to the misuse of technology and the attempt to violently subjugate man's natural environment, leading to its destruction.Watts urges against the idea that we are separate from the world. Nowhere is this idea more apparent than in the concept of cultural taboos. The biggest taboo of all is knowing who we really are behind the mask of our self as presented to the world.Through our focus on ourselves and the world as it affects us, we have developed narrowed perception. Alan Watts tells us how to open our eyes and see ourselves not as coming into the world but from it. In understanding the individual's real place in the universe, Watts presents a critique of Western culture and a healing alternative.
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The Girl on the Ice - Amy McCullochová
FROM THE AUTHOR OF SUNDAY TIMES CRIME BOOK OF THE MONTH, BREATHLESS, COMES A SPINE-TINGLING AND GRIPPING THRILLER, NOW AVAILABLE FOR PRE-ORDER!***Previously published in hardback as Midnight***With her life back in London falling apart, Olivia cannot believe her luck when she's invited on a once-in-a-lifetime Antarctic cruise with her boyfriend, Aaron. Olivia has never been anywhere so spectacular: huge cliffs of ice loom high on the horizon, penguins dive through the sparkling sea, and above it all, the sun never sets in the eerie twilight sky. And then Aaron disappears.And a body is discovered on board. Surrounded by strangers, Olivia has no idea who she can trust. And if she can't figure it out soon, she won't make it back alive...Praise for Amy McCulloch:'A high-altitude, high-stakes thriller. I loved it' MATT HAIG'Had me on the edge of my seat. A must read' SARAH PEARSE'Suffocatingly tense, highly original and exhilarating' DAILY EXPRESS'Tense, chilling and terrifying' CLAIRE DOUGLAS'An addictive, tightly plotted thriller that will leave you chilled to the bone' LUCY CLARKE'Chilling, vivid and entirely unique' ABIGAIL DEAN 'A real page-turner.Tense, terrifying and fascinating in equal measure' CATHERINE COOPER'A truly terrifying thriller with a tense and twisty plot. Superbly executed' ALLIE REYNOLDS
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The Seal on the Beach - Mara Bergman
An inspiring picture book story of hope and survival written and illustrated with lyricism, empathy and warmth. The perfect read for animal lovers who dream of making a difference.Maggie is on holiday with her aunt and uncle. Meanwhile her mum waits for Maggie’s baby brother to come home from hospital. On a walk across the wild Norfolk shoreline, Maggie finds a seal pup stranded on the beach, all alone. She is the sweetest thing Maggie has ever seen. But without her mum, how will the seal survive? Who will rescue her and will she ever be returned to the sea, and find her family again? Expressed through her vivid dreams and thoughtful actions, Maggie longs for the rescue and survival of this dear little seal pup. And, all the while, she hopes with all her heart to be reunited with her own mum and baby brother again.
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The Palace on the Higher Hill - Karim Kattan
Faysal receives a mysterious letter about the death of aunt he can’t remember. Leaving his lover and his life in Europe behind, he returns to the village of his birth in Palestine and to his family’s extraordinary, deserted house, the palace on the higher hill. With a backdrop of violence and the permanent threat from settlers, Faysal wanders the once-lavish rooms as characters from the past return to shed light on his family story and on the story of his people.In beautiful, angry prose, Karim Kattan introduces us to an intimate Palestine of the imagination where dreams and nightmares are in constant conflict. With hints of One Hundred Years of Solitude and Brideshead Revisited, he gives a nuanced deeply moving vision of the tragedy of war and a picture of his homeland that feels entirely new to English-speaking readers.The book won the 2021 Prix des Cinq Continents de la Francophonie.
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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time: Abridged for Schools - Simon Stephenson
This abridged edition is designed for schools and has been adapted for 10 actors playing all of the roles. With a running time of just 90 minutes it is suitable for performance in non-theatre spaces, with minimal technical requirements.The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time brings Mark Haddon''s best-selling novel to life on stage, adapted by two-time Olivier Award-winning playwright Simon Stephens. Winner of seven Olivier Awards including Best Play, along with the Drama Desk, Outer Critics Circle, Drama League and Tony Awards for Best Play, this remarkable and exhilarating "theatrical masterpiece" originated at London''s Royal National Theatre in 2012 before going on to transfer to the West End for multiple seasons, followed by its acclaimed Broadway run. The play has now been seen on five continents around the world with major productions ranging from Mexico, Australia, Canada, Seoul and Japan. This brand new edition of the play has been abridged specifically with schools in mind and published following a 12-week tour of 60 secondary schools in the UK. The play tells the story of Christopher John Francis Boone, who is fifteen years old. He stands besides Mrs Shears'' dead dog, Wellington, who has been speared with a garden fork, it is seven minutes after midnight and Christopher is under suspicion. He records each fact in a book he is writing to solve the mystery of who killed Wellington. He has an extraordinary brain and is exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and distrusts strangers. But his detective work, forbidden by his father, takes him on a frightening journey that upturns his world.
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The Pirates on the Bus - Peter Millett
All aboard for this swash-buckling adventure! Hop on and sing along to the tune of "The Wheels on the Bus!"Join in with a crew of jolly pirates as they search the coast for treasure. When the pirates find ''x marks the spot'', they fill their pockets with too much heavy gold, and their bus begins to sink . . . With a heave and a ho, and a bit of teamwork, can the jolly crew save their bus?Packed full of actions to join in, with a calming ending to wind down after all the excitement, this is the perfect first picture book to enjoy reading aloud together.Young readers will stomp their feet and clap their hands in delight as they sing along with this fun-filled, pirate reinvention of this popular rhyme!Ladybird Sing-along Stories:Supports development of early languageEncourages interaction and playRecommended for children aged 2+Also available: The Dinos on the Bus
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The Castle on the Hill - Elizabeth Goudge
Amid the chaos of the Second World War comes a charming story of courage and friendship, from the author of Green Dolphin Country and A City of Bells.In the summer of 1940, as the darkest days of the Second World War approach, a chance encounter on a train leads Miss Brown to become housekeeper at the Castle.Hidden in a quiet, rural corner of England, the crumbling castle is home to lonely historian Mr Birley and his nephews, fighter pilot Richard and fair, peace-loving Stephen. With young evacuees Moppet and Poppet, and mysterious violinist Jo Isaacson, this unexpected family of strangers come to rely on each other as the devastations of war rage on.
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The Elf on the Shelf: How Old is Santa Claus? - The Elf on the Shelf
The Elves have been given their own mystery to solve.On Christmas Eve, a letter arrives at the North Pole from a little girl called Sofi. She has one question – how old is Santa Claus? And so begins a quest for two little Elves to find out the answer! But will the Elves discover how old Santa is?A story full of fun, adventure, friendship and Elves!Charming and entertaining picture book to share over the festive periodPerfect for bedtime reading and story timeGreat stocking filler gift for a child at ChristmasFrom the global phenomenon, The Elf on the Shelf, comes this gorgeous picture book which taps into the magic and wonder of Christmas.
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The Elf On The Shelf Santaverse: The Rise Of Nicholas The Noble - The Elf on the Shelf
Before the Elf on the Shelf, there was a young boy called Nicholas who had to find the courage to save the enchanted world of the elves, One True North.Shipwrecked in the Arctic Tundra, a young Nicholas and his loyal dog, Barry, stumble upon the enchanted and mysterious world of One True North–home to gnomes, fairies, and, of course, magical elves. Nicholas discovers that these special creatures protect a powerful relic known as the Lumistella Stone, a shard of the Christmas star that fell to Earth thousands of years ago. To those who believe, the stone holds the power to spread goodwill and love throughout the universe. But its strength can be extinguished. Gangleri, a powerful force driven by greed and hate, seeks to snatch the Lumistella Stone for his own sinister ambitions. With his army of twisted monsters and beasts known as Lightalfs, Gangleri will launch an attack that will end One True North forever.Now caught in the crosshairs of an ancient prophecy, Nicholas and his new fellowship must battle Gangleri and his army. Can a little boy find the courage to become the noble hero that One True North–and the rest of the universe–so desperately needs? Only if he chooses to believe…
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The Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Starter Kit
Discover Betty Edwards’s legendary course in enhancing creativity and artistic confidence!Translated into more than seventeen languages, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is an international bestseller. This starter kit contains Edwards’s two essential books—Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain and the indispensable companion book Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain Workbook. Whether you are just beginning to draw or you are drawing as a professional artist, as an artist-in-training, or as a hobby, this groundbreaking program will deepen your artistic perception, give you greater confidence in your ability, and offer a new way of appreciating and perceiving the world around you.
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The Reader on the 6.27 - Didierlaurent Jean-Paul
Go on a captivating journey with the international bestseller The Reader on the 6.27, by French author Jean-Paul Didierlaurent. An uplifting tale bursting with larger-than-life characters, and the redemptive power of books.Guylain Vignolles leads an unremarkable life, doing a job he despises at a book pulping plant. But he has one pleasure in life . . .Every morning on the 6.27 train, Guylain recites aloud from pages he has saved from the jaws of his monstrous pulping machine.But Guylain's life takes an unexpected turn when he discovers the diary of lonely young woman, Julie.If you loved Amelie and Mr Penumbra's 24-hour Bookstore, then The Reader on the 6.27 is your ticket to an enchanting literary adventure, and funny fable about the uplifting power of books.
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The Accident on the A35 - Burnet Graeme Macrae
From the author of “His Bloody Projectâ€, shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2016. There does not appear to be anything remarkable about the fatal car crash on the A35. But one question dogs Inspector Georges Gorski: where has the victim, an outwardly austere lawyer, been on the night of his death? The troubled Gorski finds himself drawn into a mystery that takes him behind the respectable veneer of the sleepy French backwater of Saint-Louis. Graeme Macrae Burnet returns with a literary mystery that will beguile fans of “His Bloody Project†and “The Disappearance of Adèle Bedeauâ€. Darkly humorous, subtle and sophisticated, “The Accident on the A35†burrows deep into the psyches of its characters and explores the forgotten corners of small-town life.Â
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On the Suffering of the World - Arthur Schopenhauer
On the Suffering of the World is a collection of the later aphoristic writings of Arthur Schopenhauer, known for their incisive, aphoristic style and dark, pessimistic view of human existence.Edited and with an introduction by Eugene Thacker, On the Suffering of the World comprises a core selection of Schopenhauer''s later writings, gathered together for the first time in print. These texts, produced during the last decades of Schopenhauer''s long life, reveal a unique kind of philosophy, expressed in a singular style. Eschewing the tradition of dry, totalizing, academic philosophy prevalent during the time, Schopenhauer''s later writings mark a shift towards a philosophy of aphorisms, fragments, anecdotes and observations, written in a literary style that is by turns antagonistic, resigned, confessional, and filled with all the fragile contours of an intellectual memoir. Here Schopenhauer allows himself to pose challenging questions regarding the fate of the human species, the role of suffering in the world, and the rift between self and world that increasingly has come to define human existence, to this day. It is these writings of Schopenhauer that later generations of artists, poets, musicians, and philosophers would identify as exemplifying the pessimism of their era, and perhaps of our own as well. On the Suffering of the Worldis presented with an introduction that places Schopenhauer''s thought in its intellectual context, while also connecting it to contemporary concerns over climate change, the anthropocene, and the spectre of human extinction. The book also includes a bibliography and chronology of Schopenhauer''s life.
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