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Quantum of Menace - Vaseem Khan

Filled with wit and verve, Vaseem Khan brings his vibrant and dynamic style to this spin-off cosy crime series set in the world of James Bond. Charming, drily humorous, and intelligently crafted, Quantum of Menace, the first in the Q mystery books, will appeal to Bond fans, readers of Murder Before Evensong, The Thursday Murder Club and Slow Horses novels, and those who are looking for a new take on clever crime fiction.'Excellent. An entertaining mash-up of Fleming, Le Carré and the best of British detective fiction' CHARLIE HIGSON'A thrilling addition to the 007 universe .... worthy of Fleming himself' THE EXPRESS**AVAILABLE TO PRE-ORDER NOW**Q is out of MI6 . . .. . . and in over his headAfter Major Boothroyd (aka Q) is unexpectedly ousted from his role with British Intelligence developing technologies for MI6's 00 agents, he finds himself back in his sleepy hometown of Wickstone-on-Water. His childhood friend, renowned quantum computer scientist Peter Napier, has died in mysterious circumstances, leaving behind a cryptic note. The police seem uninterested, but Q feels compelled to investigate and soon discovers that Napier's ground-breaking work may have attracted sinister forces . . . Can Q decode the truth behind Napier's death, even as danger closes in?'Fast, wise, funny, suspenseful and highly recommended' LEE CHILD'A cunning and propulsive thriller brimming with wit. A sparkling addition to Bond's literary universe' MARK BILLINGHAM 'Clever, cunning and quirky ... Quintessential Khan' MICK HERRON'A wonderful novel, escapist and playful, but with moments of deep tenderness and serious comment' ANN CLEEVES'Punchy, witty, smart and thrilling' JANICE HALLETT'An irresistible cocktail of thrills, wit, and style ... Fans of Slow Horses will LOVE this' WILL DEAN'An original idea, brilliantly executed; shaken not stirred' RAGNAR JÓNASSON'Only one man could bring a fan favourite 007 character to life with such wit and skill: the name's Khan, Vaseem Khan' BENJAMIN STEVENSON

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The Lost Man of Bombay - Vaseem Khan

THE THRILLING NEW MYSTERY FROM THE AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR OF MIDNIGHT AT MALABAR HOUSE''A delightful book, well-researched, complex and hugely entertaining'' ANN CLEEVES''A twisting plot and an intriguing cast of characters, together with vivid glimpses of the vibrant, complex world of post-Independence Bombay - and a narrative that thunders along with the pace and drama of an elephant on the rampage'' ANDREW TAYLORBombay, 1950When the body of a white man is found frozen in the Himalayan foothills near Dehra Dun, he is christened the Ice Man by the national media. Who is he? How long has he been there? Why was he killed?As Inspector Persis Wadia and Metropolitan Police criminalist Archie Blackfinch investigate the case in Bombay, they uncover a trail left behind by the enigmatic Ice Man - a trail leading directly into the dark heart of conspiracy.Meanwhile, two new murders grip the city. Is there a serial killer on the loose, targeting Europeans? Rich in atmosphere, the thrilling third chapter in the CWA Historical Dagger-winning Malabar House series pits Persis against a mystery from beyond the grave, unfolding against the backdrop of a turbulent post-colonial India, a nation struggling to redefine itself in the shadow of the Raj.''A stunning, richly imagined and downright thrilling mystery. Vaseem Khan has that rare ability to transport you wholly to a bygone time, and he does so with such skill and charm. I loved it'' CHRIS WHITAKER''A compelling historical thriller ... Codes, crime and conspiracies collide in post-colonial India'' D.V. BISHOP''One of my top reads this year. A peerless portrait of early independent India through the eyes of new crime fiction star, India''s first police detective, Persis Wadia'' BARBARA NADEL"The brilliant Persis Wadia is one of the most electrifying figures in crime fiction today. Vaseem Khan keeps getting better and better'' WILLIAM SHAW''Outstanding'' IMRAN MAHMOOD''This is historical crime fiction at its best - a compelling mix of social insight and complex plotting with a thoroughly engaging heroine. A highly promising new series'' MAIL ON SUNDAY''This is historical crime fiction at its sharpest'' SUNDAY TIMES''The Lost Man of Bombay is the latest outstanding entry in the Malabar House series. Persis Wadia is shaping up to be a giant of the scene - a detective as dogged and determined as any out there, with a point to prove and a chip on her shoulder as deep as it is justified. Her latest case is as beautifully written and evocative as you''ve come to expect from Vaseem Khan, a gripping and engrossing mystery that draws deeply on its setting and time period but nonetheless reads as fresh and original. This is a writer at the top of his game and a series that just keeps getting better'' ROD REYNOLDS

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City of Destruction - Vaseem Khan

''Vaseem Khan writes with charm and wit, and an eye for detail that transports the reader entirely. I couldn''t love this series more'' CHRIS WHITAKER''Historical fiction at its finest'' MAIL ON SUNDAYFrom the award-winning author of MIDNIGHT AT MALABAR HOUSE and THE LOST MAN OF BOMBAY comes a brilliant new mystery featuring the inimitable Persis Wadia.Bombay, 1951. A political rally ends in tragedy when India''s first female police detective, Persis Wadia, kills a lone gunman as he attempts to assassinate the divisive new defence minister, a man calling for war with India''s new post-Independence neighbours. With the Malabar House team tasked to hunt down the assassin''s co-conspirators - aided by agents from Britain''s MI6 security service - Persis is quickly relegated to the sidelines. But then she is given a second case, the burned body of an unidentified white man found on a Bombay beach. As she pursues both investigations - with and without official sanction - she soon finds herself headed to the country''s capital, New Delhi, a city where ancient and modern India openly clash. Meanwhile, Persis''s colleague, Scotland Yard criminalist Archie Blackfinch, lies in a hospital fighting for his life as all around him the country tears itself apart in the prelude to war...

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William Shakespeare's The Phantom of Menace: Star Wars Part the First - Ian Doescher

The Phantom Menace takes on new life in a classic style. This retelling of the beloved Star Wars story in the enduring meter of Shakespeare is sure to delight fans of the Bard and the Force both!Experience the story of The Phantom Menace all over again, now with all the drama and prestige of Shakespearean theater! Stunning text lovingly and accurately rendered in the meter and style of the Bard himself includes reimagined dialogue from each character from the movie, stage directions, and plenty of Easter eggs, all alongside twenty gorgeous woodcut illustrations that put an Elizabethan twist on iconic Star Wars characters. STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS Twenty woodcut-style illustrations accompany the text, putting a Shakespearean spin on beloved Star Wars characters. AUTHENTIC METER Shakespeare scholars and Star Wars fans alike will delight in the period-accurate musicality of the text. EASTER EGGS Hidden nods to both Star Wars and Shakespeare will impress sharp-eyed fans of both! COMPLETE CAST Each character from the film, from Anakin to Darth Maul, takes the spotlight with reimagined dialogue in Shakespearean style.

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William Shakespeare's The Phantom of Menace: Star Wars Part the First - Ian Doescher

The Phantom Menace takes on new life in a classic style. This retelling of the beloved Star Wars story in the enduring meter of Shakespeare is sure to delight fans of the Bard and the Force both!Experience the story of The Phantom Menace all over again, now with all the drama and prestige of Shakespearean theater! Stunning text lovingly and accurately rendered in the meter and style of the Bard himself includes reimagined dialogue from each character from the movie, stage directions, and plenty of Easter eggs, all alongside twenty gorgeous woodcut illustrations that put an Elizabethan twist on iconic Star Wars characters. STUNNING ILLUSTRATIONS Twenty woodcut-style illustrations accompany the text, putting a Shakespearean spin on beloved Star Wars characters. AUTHENTIC METER Shakespeare scholars and Star Wars fans alike will delight in the period-accurate musicality of the text. EASTER EGGS Hidden nods to both Star Wars and Shakespeare will impress sharp-eyed fans of both! COMPLETE CAST Each character from the film, from Anakin to Darth Maul, takes the spotlight with reimagined dialogue in Shakespearean style.

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The Girl In Cell A - Vaseem Khan

'Masterful. A beautifully written, twisting psychological thriller' CHRIS WHITAKER 'Full of unexpected, mind-bending twists, THE GIRL IN CELL A explores memory, truth, and lies in a small American mining town .. tense and surprising' NITA PROSE 'A compelling, pacy, multi-layered mystery that shows us the most dangerous secrets are the ones we keep from ourselves' ERIN KELLY 'Both epic family tale and riveting psychological thriller, The Girl in Cell A is an utterly absorbing story with an ending that will leave you reeling' SHARI LAPENA 'A fabulous thriller where small-town America and the sins of its inhabitants make for a wonderful page-turner' STEVE CAVANAGHTHE WORLD KNOWS HER AS THE GIRL IN CELL A. Convicted of murder at seventeen, infamous killer and true crime celebrity Orianna Negi has always maintained her innocence.BUT IF SHE DIDN'T KILL GIDEON WYCLERC... Orianna has a blind spot over that fateful day: she can't remember what happened. Forensic psychologist Annie Ledet is tasked with unlocking the truth.....THEN WHO DID? Orianna grew up in Eden Falls, ruled by the insular Wyclerc dynasty and its ruthless patriarch , Amos. As their sessions progress, Annie reaches into Orianna's past to a shattering realisation.... Scandal. Sex. Power. Race. And murder. Between guilt and innocence lies a fallen Eden.Praise for Vaseem Khan's storytelling: 'A stunning, richly imagined and downright thrilling mystery' CHRIS WHITAKER 'Vaseem Khan keeps getting better and better' WILLIAM SHAW 'Outstanding' IMRAN MAHMOOD 'Vaseem Khan gets better with each book. A triumph!'' STEVE CAVANAGH

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Murder in Harrogate - Vaseem Khan, kolektiv autorů

For one weekend every July, thousands of readers descend on the historic English town of Harrogate, Yorkshire in pursuit of mysteries, mischief and murder. In Murder in Harrogate, ten of the world''s best known crime and thriller writers come together in honour of the world''s largest festival of crime writing, the Theakston Old Peculier Crime Writing Festival.From a missing person case inspired by Agatha Christie''s infamous disappearance at the Old Swan Hotel to a murdered Macbeth to a vicious parkrun assault, these razor sharp stories are a testament to the festival''s rich history, stretching over two decades.Curated and edited by former festival chair and award-winning author Vaseem Khan, contributors include Ann Cleeves, Mark Billingham, M.W. Craven, Elly Griffiths, Abir Mukherjee, Clare Mackintosh, Steve Cavanagh, Janice Hallett, Vaseem Khan, and Ruth Ware.

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Quantum of Solace (4K ULTRA HD BLU-RAY)

4K Blu-ray film Quantum of Solace HD [2008]. Český dabing. České titulky. HDR. Dolby Digital. James Bond je zpět a s ním i Daniel Craig. Přímé pokračování filmu Casino Royale z roku 2006. Při svém neutuchajícím hledání spravedlnosti napříč celým světem se tentokrát Bond (Daniel Craig) setkává s krásnou, ale drsnou Camille (Olga Kurylenko). Ta ho dovede k Dominicu Greenovi (Mathieu Amalric), bezcitnému obchodníkovi a šéfovi tajemné organizace Quantum. Když Bond odhalí spiknutí, jehož cílem je získání kontroly nad jedním z nejdůležitějších světových přírodních zdrojů, musí manévrovat v minovém poli zrad, podvodů a vražd, aby Quantum zastavil dřív, než bude pozdě.

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Quantum of Solace (BLU-RAY)

Perfektní HD obraz a čistý digitální zvuk na dosah s BLU-RAY filmem Quantum of Solace (2008). Filmem QUANTUM OF SOLACE pokračuje vysokooktanové dobrodružství Jamese Bonda (DANIEL CRAIG) ve filmu CASINO ROYALE. Agent 007, zrazen Vesper, ženou, kterou miloval, bojuje s nutkáním, aby ze své poslední mise učinil osobní misi. Bond, který je odhodlán odhalit pravdu, spolu s M (JUDI DENCH) vyslýchají pana Whitea (JESPER CHRISTENSEN), od kterého se dozví, že organizace, která vydírala Vesper, je mnohem spletitější a nebezpečnější než kdokoli tušil. Soudní zpráva spojí zrádce Mi6 s bankovním účtem na Haiti, kde se Bond díky záměně identity setká s krásnou, ale prudkou Camillou (OLGA KURYLENKO). Je to žena, která touží po své osobní vendetě. Camilla dovede Bonda přímo k Dominicu Greenovi (MATHIEU AMALRIC), bezcitnému obchodníkovi a hlavnímu šéfovi tajemné organizace. Bond se spojí se starými přáteli na poli plném zrady, vražd a podvodu, aby v této bitvě odhalil pravdu. A dostává se blíže k tomu, aby našel muže zodpovědného za zradu Vesper. Musí být o krok napřed před CIA, teroristy a dokonce i M, aby rozpletl hrozivý plán pana Greena a zastavil jeho organizaci.Bonusy:• Videoklip - Another Way to Die • Bond na místě natáčení • Začátek natáčení • Na natáčení • Olga Kurylenko a honička na lodi • Režisér Marc Foerster • Hudba • Pohledy do zákulisí natáčení filmu • Trailery a upoutávky

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The Unexpected Inheritance of Inspector Chopra - Vaseem Khan

Selected by the Sunday Times as one of the 40 best crime novels published 2015-2020Mumbai, murder and a baby elephant combine in a charming, joyful mystery for fans of Alexander McCall Smith and Rachel Joyce. On the day he retires, Inspector Ashwin Chopra discovers that he has inherited an elephant: an unlikely gift that could not be more inconvenient. For Chopra has one last case to solve...But as his murder investigation leads him across Mumbai - from its richest mansions to its murky underworld - he quickly discovers that a baby elephant may be exactly what an honest man needs.So begins the start of a quite unexpected partnership, and an utterly delightful series from the award-winning author of the Malabar House novels.

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The Dying Day - Vaseem Khan

A priceless manuscript. A missing scholar. A trail of riddles.Bombay, 1950For over a century, one of the world''s great treasures, a six-hundred-year-old copy of Dante''s The Divine Comedy, has been safely housed at Bombay''s Asiatic Society. But when it vanishes, together with the man charged with its care, British scholar and war hero, John Healy, the case lands on Inspector Persis Wadia''s desk.Uncovering a series of complex riddles written in verse, Persis - together with English forensic scientist Archie Blackfinch - is soon on the trail. But then they discover the first body.As the death toll mounts it becomes evident that someone else is also pursuing this priceless artefact and will stop at nothing to possess it . . .Harking back to an era of darkness, this second thriller in the Malabar House series pits Persis, once again, against her peers, a changing India, and an evil of limitless intent.Gripping, immersive, and full of Vaseem Khan''s trademark wit, this is historical fiction at its finest.

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James Bond: Quantum of Solace - Blu-ray (W02548)

Film na Blu-ray - Agent 007, zrazen ženou, kterou miloval, bojuje s nutkáním, aby ze své poslední mise učinil osobní misi. Spolu s M vyslýchají pana Whitea, od kterého se dozví, že organizace, která vydírala Vesper, je mnohem spletitější a nebezpečnější než kdokoli tušil. Při svém neutuchajícím hledání spravedlnosti napříč celým světem se tentokrát Bond (Daniel Craig) setkává s krásnou, ale drsnou Camille (Olga Kurylenko). Ta ho dovede k Dominicu Greenovi (Mathieu Amalric), bezcitnému obchodníkovi a šéfovi tajemné organizace Quantum. Když Bond odhalí spiknutí, jehož cílem je získání kontroly nad jedním z nejdůležitějších světových přírodních zdrojů, musí manévrovat v minovém poli zrad, podvodů a vražd, aby Quantum zastavil dřív, než bude pozdě...

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James Bond: Quantum of Solace - DVD (W02524)

Film na DVD - Agent 007, zrazen ženou, kterou miloval, bojuje s nutkáním, aby ze své poslední mise učinil osobní misi. Spolu s M vyslýchají pana Whitea, od kterého se dozví, že organizace, která vydírala Vesper, je mnohem spletitější a nebezpečnější než kdokoli tušil. Při svém neutuchajícím hledání spravedlnosti napříč celým světem se tentokrát Bond (Daniel Craig) setkává s krásnou, ale drsnou Camille (Olga Kurylenko). Ta ho dovede k Dominicu Greenovi (Mathieu Amalric), bezcitnému obchodníkovi a šéfovi tajemné organizace Quantum. Když Bond odhalí spiknutí, jehož cílem je získání kontroly nad jedním z nejdůležitějších světových přírodních zdrojů, musí manévrovat v minovém poli zrad, podvodů a vražd, aby Quantum zastavil dřív, než bude pozdě...

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Quantum of Solace (DVD)

James Bond je zpět a s ním i Daniel Craig. Přímé pokračování filmu Casino Royale z roku 2006. Filmem QUANTUM OF SOLACE pokračuje vysokooktanové dobrodružství Jamese Bonda (DANIEL CRAIG) ve filmu CASINO ROYALE. Agent 007, zrazen Vesper, ženou, kterou miloval, bojuje s nutkáním, aby ze své poslední mise učinil osobní misi. Bond, který je odhodlán odhalit pravdu, spolu s M (JUDI DENCH) vyslýchají pana Whitea (JESPER CHRISTENSEN), od kterého se dozví, že organizace, která vydírala Vesper, je mnohem spletitější a nebezpečnější než kdokoli tušil. Soudní zpráva spojí zrádce Mi6 s bankovním účtem na Haiti, kde se Bond díky záměně identity setká s krásnou, ale prudkou Camillou (OLGA KURYLENKO). Je to žena, která touží po své osobní vendetě. Camilla dovede Bonda přímo k Dominicu Greenovi (MATHIEU AMALRIC), bezcitnému obchodníkovi a hlavnímu šéfovi tajemné organizace. Bond se spojí se starými přáteli na poli plném zrady, vražd a podvodu, aby v této bitvě odhalil pravdu. A dostává se blíže k tomu, aby našel muže zodpovědného za zradu Vesper. Musí být o krok napřed před CIA, teroristy a dokonce i M, aby rozpletl hrozivý plán pana Greena a zastavil jeho organizaci.Bonusy:• Videoklip - Another Way to Die • Trailery

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The Perplexing Theft of the Jewel in the Crown - Vaseem Khan

The second book in the heartwarming and charming Baby Ganesh series.For centuries the Koh-i-Noor diamond has set man against man and king against king.Now part of the British Crown Jewels, the priceless gem is a prize that many have killed to possess. So when the Crown Jewels go on display in Mumbai, security is everyone''s principal concern. And yet, on the very day Inspector Chopra visits the exhibition, the diamond is stolen from under his nose.The heist was daring and seemingly impossible. The hunt is on for the culprits. But it soon becomes clear that only one man - and his elephant - can possibly crack this case...

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The Kingdom of God - Asim Khan

This book, suitably titled ‘The Kingdom of God’ delves into the profound meanings and guidance found in Surah al-Mulk, the 67th chapter of the Qur’an. It contains key features that are unique for a book explaining a chapter of the Qur’ān, such as the diagrams and illustrations highlighting the beautiful meanings of the verses. It will take you on a captivating journey exploring diverse topics, including tenets of faith, political issues, spirituality, and social affairs, in a smooth and coherent manner. If you love the Qur’an you will love this book. The commentary is profound and inspiring, it masterfully highlights the nuances of the Qur''ān’s language and repeatedly draws the reader’s attention towards practical changes they can make in their lives.“Easy to read – the way the book is written is quite conversational (in a good way). Quran commentaries can be quite daunting if it’s not something you’ve read a lot of; coupled with overly complicated language, that can totally put some of us off. I get it. This book is clear, easy to read and a quick read (if that is a concern for you).”-Independent review by Blogging Believer 2021

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Brave New Words - Salman Khan

A pioneer in the world of education technology, Khan explains the ins and outs of these cutting-edge tools and how they will forever change the way we learn and teach. Rather than approaching the ChatGPT revolution with white-knuckled fear, Khan wants parents and teachers to embrace AI and adapt to it (while acknowledging its imperfections and limitations). He emphasizes that embracing AI in education is not about replacing human interaction but enhancing it, so that every student can complement the work they''re already doing in profoundly new and creative ways, to personalize learning, adapt assessments, and support success in the classroom, preparing students for an increasingly digital future.

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Midnight at Malabar House (The Malabar House Series) - Vaseem Khan

Bombay, New Year''s Eve, 1949As India celebrates the arrival of a momentous new decade, Inspector Persis Wadia stands vigil in the basement of Malabar House, home to the city''s most unwanted unit of police officers. Six months after joining the force she remains India''s first female police detective, mistrusted, sidelined and now consigned to the midnight shift.And so, when the phone rings to report the murder of prominent English diplomat Sir James Herriot, the country''s most sensational case falls into her lap.As 1950 dawns and India prepares to become the world''s largest republic, Persis, accompanied by Scotland Yard criminalist Archie Blackfinch, finds herself investigating a case that is becoming more political by the second. Navigating a country and society in turmoil, Persis, smart, stubborn and untested in the crucible of male hostility that surrounds her, must find a way to solve the murder - whatever the cost.

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All the Colours of the Dark - Chris Whitaker

AN EPIC LOVE STORY, A SOARING THRILLER, AND A SWEEPING COMING-OF-AGE TALE: A READING EXPERIENCE UNLIKE ANY OTHER... A BBC BETWEEN THE COVERS BOOK CLUB PICK - and selected for Books of the Year by Amazon, Waterstones, Audible, Apple Books, Google Play, and a GoodReads Choice Award Finalist.* * * * *''Hits like a sledgehammer. An absolutely must-read novel'' GILLIAN FLYNN''A wonderful book'' RICHARD OSMAN''Impeccably crafted, deeply emotional, entirely shattering'' BONNIE GARMUS''A brilliant work of art'' JODI PICOULT''I''ve never read anything quite like it. This book will stay with you for a very long time'' LUCY FOLEY''Kept me frantically turning the pages'' KRISTIN HANNAH''An epic sweep ... Ambitious, powerful and moving, this is a tour de force.'' GUARDIAN* * * * * Late one summer, the town of Monta Clare is shattered by the abduction of teenager Joseph ''Patch'' Macauley. Nobody more so than Saint Brown, who will risk everything to find her best friend. But when she does: it will break her heart. Patch lies alone in a pitch-black room - until he feels a hand in his. Her name is Grace and, though they cannot see each other, she lights their world with her words. But when he escapes: there is no sign she ever even existed. Left with only her voice and her name, he paints her from broken memories - and charts an epic search to find her. As years turn to decades, and hope becomes obsession, Saint will shadow his journey - on a darker path to hunt down the man who took them - and set free the only boy she ever loved. Even if finding the truth means losing each other forever...* * * * *''It''s as good as everyone says. I have absolutely no doubt it''s the book of the year'' JENNIE GODFREY''A book to lose yourself in - a huge achievement'' ALEX MICHAELIDES''A luminous and heartbreaking book - a crime novel, yes, but vaster and more moving than anything I expected.''OBSERVER''The best thriller I''ve ever read ... a multi-layered masterpiece with impeccable plotting.'' i NEWS''The instant classic ... A poignant, powerful and unforgettable love story.'' HEAT''Breathtaking. I was gripped from the first page'' RUTH JONES''Amazing. Haunting. Unforgettable'' PATRICIA CORNWELL''A future modern classic'' WOMAN & HOME''A truly epic crime novel and love story'' WILL DEAN''A cinematic masterpiece'' WOMAN''S WEEKLY''Vast yet intimate, tense yet tender'' ERIN KELLY''One of the most beautiful books I''ve ever read.'' PLATINUM''Beautiful, wise, heartbreaking and profound'' STUART TURTON''Epic in every sense of the word ... Some of the best characters I''ve ever passed my time with'' ABIGAIL DEAN''A masterpiece, the sort of book that only comes along once in a decade'' ABIR MUKHERJEE''Achingly beautiful ... A masterpiece'' ANDREA MARA''A masterpiece that drew me in from the first page'' PRIMA''Will capture the hearts of generations to come'' M. W. CRAVEN''A heartbreaking work of genius'' IMRAN MAHMOOD''Truly exceptional'' JOHN MARRS''Vast, yearning, and luminous'' VASEEM KHAN''A once-in-a-generation classic ... Might just be the best book I''ve ever read'' ADAM SIMCOX''A heartbreaking, life-affirming story of hope and loss'' CHARLOTTE PHILBY''A mystery wrapped in a love story that will break and then mend your heart'' HOLLY SEDDON''One of the best books that I''ve ever read'' LAURA SHEPHERD-ROBINSON* * * * *

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The Phantom of the Opera - Gaston Leroux

The Phantom of the Opera is Gaston Leroux''s exquisite blend of Gothic horror and tragic romance, which formed the basis for a world-renowned stage musical. This Penguin Classics edition is translated with notes by Mireille Ribiere, and an introduction by Jann Matlock.When the new managers of the Paris Opera House ignore their predecessors'' warnings about the hideous ''Opera ghost'' stalking the theatre, it is a fatal mistake. The Phantom haunts the imagination of the beautiful and talented singer Christine Daaé, appearing to her as the ''Angel of Music'' - a disembodied voice, coaching her to sing as she never could before. When Christine is courted by a handsome young Viscount, the Phantom is consumed by jealousy and seeks revenge. And when Christine suddenly disappears after a triumphant singing performance, it becomes clear that the Phantom''s time has come. With its pervading atmosphere of menace, tinged with dark humour, The Phantom of the Opera (1910) has inspired film, stage and literature since its publication, including Andrew Lloyd Webber''s Phantom of the Opera, the most successful theatrical show of all time. Mireille Ribière''s highly readable and historically accurate translation captures the drive and drama of Leroux''s vivid tale, and is accompanied by extensive notes and further reading. Jann Matlock''s fascinating new introduction examines the Phantom''s legacy and uncovers the real secrets hidden in the Paris Opera House.Gaston Leroux (1868-1927) was born in Paris, the son of a building contractor. His first novel was serialised in the late 1890s, and with the 1907 publication of The Mystery of the Yellow Room he launched his career as a pioneer of the French detective novel. The Phantom of the Opera (1910) has been Leroux''s best-known novel in the English-speaking world ever since the resounding success of the 1925 silent film version.If you enjoyed The Phantom of the Opera, you might like Victor Hugo''s Les Miserables, also available in Penguin Classics.

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The Turn of the Screw - Henry James

A chilling ghost story, wrought with tantalising ambiguity, the basis for the new Netflix series The Haunting of Bly ManorA Penguin Classic In what Henry James called a ''trap for the unwary'', The Turn of the Screw tells of a nameless young governess sent to a country house to take charge of two orphans, Miles and Flora. Unsettled by a dark foreboding of menace within the house, she soon comes to believe that something malevolent is stalking the children in her care. But is the threat to her young charges really a malign and ghostly presence or something else entirely? The Turn of the Screw is James''s great masterpiece of haunting atmosphere and unbearable tension and has influenced subsequent ghost stories and films such as The Innocents, starring Deborah Kerr, and The Others, starring Nicole Kidman. This Penguin Classics edition contains a chronology, further reading, notes and an introduction by David Bromwich examining the dark ambiguity of James''s work and the inseparability of narrative from point-of-view. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.

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Ballad of Laurel Springs - Janet Beard

From the internationally bestselling author of The Atomic City Girls, a provocative novel set in eastern Tennessee that ';explores the legaciesof passion and violence, music and faiththat haunt one family across the generations' (Jillian Medoff, author of This Could Hurt). Ten-year-old Grace is in search of a subject for her fifth-grade history project when she learns that her four times-great grandfather once stabbed his lover to death. His grisly act was memorialized in a murder ballad, her aunt tells her, so it must be true. But the lessons of that revelationto be careful of men and desireare not just Grace's to learn. Her family's tangled past is part of a dark legacy in which the lives of generations of women are affected by the violence immortalized in folk songs like ';Knoxville Girl' and ';Pretty Polly' reminding them always to know their placeor risk the wages of sin. Janet Beard's stirring novel, informed by her love of these haunting ballads, vividly imagines these women, defined by the secrets they keep, the surprises they uncover, and the lurking sense of menace that follows them throughout their lives even as they try to make a safe place in the world for themselves. ';This inspired story of Appalachian folklore' (Publishers Weekly) will move and rouse you.

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Everything is Beautiful: 'the most uplifting book of the year' Good Housekeeping - Eleanor Ray

''This book took hold of me and wouldn''t let me go until I turned the final page'' BETH O''LEARY ''Funny, tender and uplifting'' BBC RADIO 4 ''Beautifully written and thought-provoking'' KATIE FFORDE ''This is one of those books you just want to gulp down in one'' GOOD HOUSEKEEPINGSee the Stars, Eleanor Ray''s heartwarming new novel is available to preorder now! Filled with heart and warmth, this uplifting novel reminds us all that we need the darkness if we want to see the stars. ........................................... When Amy Ashton''s world fell apart eleven years ago, she started a collection. Just a few keepsakes of happier times: some honeysuckle to remind herself of the boy she loved, a chipped china bird, an old terracotta pot . . . Things that others might throw away, but to Amy, represent a life that could have been. Now her house is overflowing with the objects she loves - soon there''ll be no room for Amy at all. But when a family move in next door, a chance discovery unearths a mystery, and Amy''s carefully curated life begins to unravel. If she can find the courage to face her past, might the future she thought she''d lost still be hers for the taking? Perfect for fans of Eleanor Oliphant and The Keeper of Lost Things, this exquisitely told, uplifting novel shows us that however hopeless things might feel, beauty can be found in the most unexpected of places. ........................................... Everyone is talking about Eleanor Ray: ''This novel is a treasure'' WOMAN ''A joy to read, and very beautiful indeed'' LISA DICKENSON ''A total treat of a read - warm, enchanting and intriguing, with an unforgettable protagonist at its heart'' HOLLY MILLER ''There''s an intriguing mystery at the heart of this emotional but uplifting debut novel'' SUNDAY EXPRESS ''Beautifully written and full of compassion, kindness and hope'' IRISH INDEPENDENT ''A gorgeous, warm hug of a novel'' SINEAD MORIARTY ''A tonic for the soul'' LESLEY KARA ''Charming and thrilling, romantic and gripping'' CLAIRE KENDAL ''Eleanor Ray has perfectly captured how it feels to not quite fit in'' M W CRAVEN ''A wonderful celebration of the power of kindness'' HANNAH TOVEY ''Heart-warming and thought-provoking, a mystery with a difference'' ANDREA MARA''I relished it from start to finish. A beautiful book. Thought-provoking. Evocative. A treat to read'' AMANDA ROBSON ''A gently absorbing entry into the mystery-uplit canon'' VASEEM KHAN ''Charming, endearing . . . will melt even the hardest of hearts'' JOANNA NELL ''My book of the year! An absolute must read'' LAUREN NORTH ''I loved every bit of it. I think the term in book reviewer lingo is "utterly captivated" - and I was, as it was not only so beautifully written but the story was brilliant, too'' FLISS CHESTER ''A brilliantly original protagonist and an intriguing mystery - this book brings a tear to the eye and uplifts the spirit'' JACKIE KABLER

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The Taking of Irene Hart - Madeleine Reiss

‘Not just a tale of suspense; it’s also a poignant exploration of familial love, resilience, and the consequences of misplaced trust. Reiss’ evocative writing and rich historical detail make this an unforgettable read for fans of historical fiction with a psychological edge’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐A gothic historical novel perfect for fans of Sarah Waters, Stacey Halls and Laura Purcell***1859. Somerset, England.When widow Hester Hart decides to sign over all her family’s worldly goods – and their freedom – to a secretive religious community, her daughters, headstrong Ruby and fragile Irene, have little say in the matter.Led by the charismatic Reverend Peters, the women enter a world with its own set of rules and where Irene, cursed with seizures and ill health, is believed to have second sight. But as Hester and Irene are drawn into the community’s twisted philosophy, Ruby detects a darker truth stalking its shadowy corners.When a shocking discovery throws the community open to scrutiny, the stakes are raised and Ruby realises that it is not only their souls that must be saved…See what readers are saying:''The eerie, cultish atmosphere is perfectly done. The tension between the family dynamics, Ruby’s sharp instincts, and the slowly unraveling dark secrets makes this a gripping, emotional ride. It’s a paragon of historical fiction, and I was hooked from start to finish’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A fascinating read based on a true story! I loved learning about the religious cult back in the Victorian times’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘An intriguing plot which is enjoyable and entertaining’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘One of those books that you can''t put down’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐''Reiss''s meticulous attention to detail and rich character development elevate the novel… a thought-provoking and powerful read’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A gripping, dark, well written story’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐''A dark and disturbing historical fiction novel, very enjoyable’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐''The setting adds a sense of claustrophobia, as a reader I felt almost as trapped as the characters I was reading about, and the feeling of menace that built over the course of the book was more than a little unsettling’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐

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In The Blink of An Eye - Jo Callaghan

THE SUNDAY TIMES bestseller, as seen on BBC 2's BETWEEN THE COVERS A WATERSTONES THRILLER BOOK OF THE MONTH *WINNER* OF THE THEAKSTON OLD PECULIER CRIME NOVEL OF THE YEAR 2024 *WINNER* OF THE CRIME WRITERS' ASSOCIATION ILP JOHN CREASEY (NEW BLOOD) DAGGER 2024 AND NOMINATED FOR TWO OTHER MAJOR AWARDS Capital Crime Book of the Year 2023 Crimefest Specsavers Best Debut Crime Novel ‘I devoured this in one sitting’ Rob Rinder, as featured on BBC 2’s Between the Covers‘Terrifyingly timely and provocative' Val McDermid'The most original crime novel you'll read this year' Clare Mackintosh In the UK, someone is reported missing every 90 seconds. Just gone. Vanished. In the blink of an eye. DCS Kat Frank knows all about loss. A widowed single mother, Kat is a cop who trusts her instincts. Picked to lead a pilot programme that has her paired with AIDE (Artificially Intelligent Detective Entity) Lock, Kat's instincts come up against Lock's logic. But when the two missing person's cold cases they are reviewing suddenly become active, Lock is the only one who can help Kat when the case gets personal. AI versus human experience. Logic versus instinct. With lives on the line can the pair work together before someone else becomes another statistic? In the Blink of an Eye is a dazzling debut from an exciting new voice and asks us what we think it means to be human. 'Just brilliant!' Lisa Jewell 'Has to be a strong contender for crime debut of the year - sharp, perceptive writing and a brilliant new take on the detective duo' T. M. Logan'Everything you could hope for in a thriller: heartbreaking, intelligent, deftly plotted and so original' Fiona Cummins'Jo Callaghan makes her entry into the crowded police procedural genre with a fresh take on the buddy-buddy cop trope . . . Provocative and compelling' Vaseem Khan 'The kind of fresh and fearless debut I just adore. Wildly original, heartfelt, funny, and properly thrilling. Take a bow, Jo Callaghan' Chris Whitaker

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The House at the End of the World - Dean Koontz

Soon no one on Earth will have a place to hide in this novel about fears known and unknown by #1 New York Times bestselling master of suspense Dean Koontz.In retreat from a devastating loss and crushing injustice, Katie lives alone in a fortresslike stone house on Jacob’s Ladder island. Once a rising star in the art world, she finds refuge in her painting.The neighboring island of Ringrock houses a secret: a government research facility. And now two agents have arrived on Jacob’s Ladder in search of someone—or something—they refuse to identify. Although an air of menace hangs over these men, an infinitely greater threat has arrived, one so strange even the island animals are in a state of high alarm.Katie soon finds herself in an epic and terrifying battle with a mysterious enemy. But Katie’s not alone after all: a brave young girl appears out of the violent squall. As Katie and her companion struggle across a dark and eerie landscape, against them is an omnipresent terror that could bring about the end of the world.

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Phantom of the Opera - Gaston Leroux

New to Penguin Clothbound Classics, Gaston Leroux's classic tale of Gothic horror and tragic romanceRumours that a ghost stalks the dark passages and cellars of the Paris Opera House, wreaking havoc, have long been rife among staff and performers. This Phantom also haunts the imagination of the beautiful and talented singer Christine Daaé, appearing to her as the 'Angel of Music' - a disembodied voice, coaching her to sing as she never could before. When Christine is courted by a handsome young Viscount, the mysterious spectre, who resides in the murky depths of the building, is consumed by jealousy and seeks revenge.With its pervading atmosphere of menace, tinged with dark humour, The Phantom of the Opera (1910) offers a unique mix of Gothic horror and tragic romance that has inspired film, stage and literature since its publication.

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Empire of Silver - Conn Iggulden

The 4th novel in the bestselling Conqueror series, continuing the life and adventures of the mighty Khan dynasty.Genghis Khan is dead, but his legend and his legacy live on. His son Ogedai has built a white city on a great plain and made a capital for the new nation. Now the armies have gathered to see which of Genghis'' sons has the strength to be khan. The Mongol empire has been at peace for two years, but whoever survives will face the formidable might of their great enemy, China’s Song dynasty.The great leader Tsubodai sweeps into the west: through Russia, over the Carpathian mountains and into Hungary. The Templar knights have been broken and there is no king or army to stop him reaching France. But at the moment of Tsubodai''s greatest triumph, as his furthest scouts reach the northern mountains of Italy, Tsubodai must make a decision that will change the course of history forever.

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Dead of Night - Simon Scarrow

YOU CAN PRE-ORDER A DEATH IN BERLIN, THE NEW BERLIN WARTIME THRILLER FROM SIMON SCARROW, NOW - COMING MARCH 2025''A compelling, atmospheric page-turner'' STEVE CAVANAGH''Gripping and compelling . . . balances immersive historical scene-setting with masterful plotting'' DAN JONES''A seriously gripping story - an outsider hero in jeopardy, a world of brooding danger, and an entirely, terrifyingly believable denouement'' OWEN MATTHEWSBERLIN, JANUARY 1940Germany has conquered Poland. The world is praying for peace. At home, the Nazi Party''s hold on power is absolute. One freezing night, an SS doctor and his wife return home from an evening out. By sunrise, the doctor will be lifeless in a pool of blood. There is pressure to record the incident as a suicide, but the first evidence uncovered by Criminal Inspector Horst Schenke points to a chillingly staged murder. The investigation is swiftly blocked by Schenke''s superiors, but he can''t let it go. When he uncovers links to the mysterious death of a child, a terrifying secret begins to emerge. In times of war, under a ruthless regime, there are places no man should ever enter. And Schenke fears he may not return alive . . . ''A chilling and accomplished historical thriller'' VASEEM KHAN ''An absolute stone-cold page-turner'' S. G. MacLEAN

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End of Summer - Anders de la Motte

The new compelling standalone from international bestselling and award-winning writer Anders de la Motte, whose first 'Seasons Quartet' novel, Rites of Spring, was selected as the Sunday Times' Crime Book of the Month 'For fans of the hugely successful CWA Gold Dagger-winning The Dry by Jane Harper' Vaseem Khan 'One of Sweden's most talented crime fiction authors' Erik Axl Sund You can always go home. But you can never go back . . . Summer 1983: Four-year-old Billy chases a rabbit in the fields behind his house. But when his mother goes to call him in, Billy has disappeared. Never to be seen again. Today: Veronica is a bereavement counsellor. She's never fully come to terms with her mother's suicide after her brother Billy's disappearance. When a young man walks into her group, he looks familiar and talks about the trauma of his friend's disappearance in 1983. Could Billy still be alive after all this time? Needing to know the truth, Veronica goes home - to the place where her life started to fall apart. But is she really prepared for the answers that wait for her there?

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Degustační balíček World of Bubbles

Degustační balíček World of Bubbles obsahuje opravdové skvosty ze světa bublinek, včetně pravého šampaňského a precizního Crémantu z vinařství Gratien.

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The Phantom of the Opera and Other Gothic Tales - kolektiv autorů

A collection of 25 classic stories shaped by Gothic's mood of menace and the macabre.

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The Menace of Prosperity - Daniel Wortel-London

Upends entrenched thinking about cities, demonstrating how urban economies are defined—or constrained—by the fiscal imagination of policymakers, activists, and residents.  Many local policymakers make decisions based on a deep-seated belief: what’s good for the rich is good for cities. Convinced that local finances depend on attracting wealthy firms and residents, municipal governments lavish public subsidies on their behalf. Whatever form this strategy takes—tax-exempt apartments, corporate incentives, debt-financed mega projects—its rationale remains consistent and assumed to be true. But this wasn’t always the case. Between the 1870s and the 1970s, a wide range of activists, citizens, and intellectuals in New York City connected local fiscal crises to the greed and waste of the rich. These figures saw other routes to development, possibilities rooted in alternate ideas about what was fiscally viable.  In The Menace of Prosperity, Daniel Wortel-London argues that urban economics and politics are shaped by what he terms the “fiscal imagination” of policymakers, activists, advocates, and other figures. His survey of New York City during a period of explosive growth shows how residents went beyond the limits of redistributive liberalism to imagine how their communities could become economically viable without the largesse of the wealthy. Their strategies—which included cooperatives, public housing, land-value taxation, public utilities, and more—centered the needs and capabilities of ordinary residents as the basis for local economies that were both prosperous and just.  Overturning stale axioms about economic policy, The Menace of Prosperity shows that not all growth is productive for cities. Wortel-London’s ambitious history demonstrates the range of options we’ve abandoned and hints at the economic frameworks we could still realize—and the more democratic cities that might result.

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Mysteries of the Quantum Universe - Thibault Damour, Mathieu Burniat

The bestselling French graphic novel about the mind-bending world of quantum physicsTake an incredible journey through the quantum universe with explorer Bob and his dog Rick, as they travel through a world of wonders, talk to Einstein about atoms, hang out with Heisenberg on Heligoland and eat crepes with Max Planck. Along the way, we find out that a dog - much like a cat - can be both dead and alive, the gaze of a mouse can change the universe, and a comic book can actually make quantum physics fun, easy to understand and downright enchanting.''Billed as "Tintin meets Brian Cox", the book was created by theoretical physicist Thibault Damour and illustrator Mathieu Burniat so it''s as scientifically accurate as it is beautiful'' BBC Focus

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Boss of the Underworld: Shirley vs the Green Menace - Tor Freeman

''Boss of the Underworld is one of the funniest books I''ve read this year, maybe this lifetime, and I''m not even exaggerating. It''s INCREDIBLE.'' Jamie Smart, creator of Bunny vs MonkeyJoin Shirley and her giant cockroach friend, George, on a strange adventure through the Underworld. Will they triumph over scary foes, resist eating delicious things in the forest, navigate the Bog of Intense Emotions, and find their way into the dark sewers to confront the Green Menace??There are many ways into the Underworld... but only one way out!Fast-paced, funny and accessible, this graphic novel series is fizzing with charm and energy.Praise for Boss of the Underworld:''Genuinely laugh out loud funny'' Louie Stowell''Out of this underworld!'' Steven Lenton ''A tour de force of silliness'' Gary Northfield

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Quantum! The Strange Science of the Smallest Stuff in the Universe - Christopher Edge

A lively, fun and fascinating look into the amazing world of quantum physics for 7+ readers.Are you ready to take a rollercoaster ride through the impossibly weird world of the incredibly small?Learn about the building blocks of our universe through the eyes of a quark: the smallest particle to exist! From the Big Bang to how stars are made; from gravity to black holes, this stunning, full-colour illustrated picture book will inspire and awe any reader. With mind-boggling facts and funny illustrations, Quantum! is a book for the curious, the dreamers and the science-mad!

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Quantum! The Strange Science of the Smallest Stuff in the Universe - Christopher Edge

A lively, fun and fascinating look into the amazing world of quantum physics for 7+ readers. Are you ready to take a rollercoaster ride through the impossibly weird world of the incredibly small? Learn about the building blocks of our universe through the eyes of a quark: the smallest particle to exist! From the Big Bang to how stars are made; from gravity to black holes, this stunning, full-colour illustrated picture book will inspire and awe any reader. With mind-boggling facts and funny illustrations, Quantum! is a book for the curious, the dreamers and the science-mad!

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Marya Khan and the Disastrous Class Project (Marya Khan #5) - Saadia Faruqi

Perfect for fans of Ivy & Bean and Stella Diaz, this charming chapter book series by the author of the successful Yasmin series follows a Pakistani American third-grader whose plans may backfire but whose persistence and heart are inspiringIt’s time for her class’s country project, and Marya is super excited. She loves public speaking, and she’s assigned Pakistan, where her family is from. But Marya has two problems: She doesn’t actually know very much about her grandparents’ country, and she’s paired with new kid Waleed, who is so shy he can barely talk, let alone present to the class. Marya figures if she can just befriend Waleed, he’ll help her make the best project ever. It’s time for Operation Make a Friend! But how do you make a friend? Play sports? Make jokes? With time running out before the big presentation, Marya worries she’ll never get this Waleed kid to loosen up. But after researching a lot about friendship—and Pakistan—she might be able to save this project yet!"A wonderful addition to any collection, this story offers insights into Pakistani culture and the challenges—and rewards—of making new friends in a new place."-School Library Journal"The book’s strength lies in Faruqi’s ability to recreate the ups and downs of Marya’s experiences within her family and her school community. Both the vivid character portrayals and the many grayscale illustrations will please readers of this transitional chapter book from the enjoyable Marya Khan series." -BooklistRead all of the books in the Marya Khan seriesMarya Khan and the Incredible Henna Party (#1)Marya Khan and the Fabulous Jasmine Garden (#2)Marya Khan and the Spectacular Fall Festival (#3)Marya Khan and the Awesome Adventure Park (#4)Marya Khan and the Disastrous Class Project (#5)Marya Khan and the Abominable Ski Trip (#6)Â

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Undiscovered Heroes of the Second World War - Yasmin Khan

An important commemorative collection to mark the eightieth anniversary of VE Day, to ensure the world never forgets.At the outbreak of the Second World War, the British empire covered one quarter of the earth''s land surface and included one fifth of the world''s population. People all around the British empire were caught up in the war in very different and unexpected ways, and had their lives completely changed, sometimes in ways that they could never have ever imagined. Leading historian Professor Yasmin Khan tells the stories of some of those people, from tea pickers in India to a Māori army lieutenant serving on the front line, and from a Singaporean resistance fighter to the first Australian woman journalist to report on the D-Day landings in Dunkirk. Each account gives a voice to these incredibly brave unsung heroes, who deserve to be remembered for their courage and dedication to the Allied war effort.

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FANEUROPE FAN EUROPE Závěsné LED svítidlo Khan (zelená) 18 W, CCT 2700 / 3500 K, 48x200 cm

Závěsné LED svítidlo KHAN zelené – elegantní styl s nastavitelnou výškou Závěsné svítidlo KHAN v zelené barvě přináší do interiéru výrazný designový prvek inspirovaný orientálními tvary. Jeho tvar připomínající tradiční čínský klobouk spojuje nadčasovou jednoduchost s precizním kovovým zpracováním. Díky integrovanému LED modulu a možnosti volby teploty světla mezi 2700 K a 3500 K se svítidlo snadno přizpůsobí náladě i funkci daného prostoru – od teplého relaxačního světla až po přirozenější pracovní osvětlení. Minimalismus s charakterem Model KHAN je ideální volbou pro jídelny, obývací pokoje i stylové kavárny. Výrazná zelená povrchová úprava oživí prostor a dodá mu jedinečný akcent. Díky možnosti snadného nastavení výšky závěsu si svítidlo přizpůsobíte přesně svým potřebám – ať už potřebujete nízko umístěné osvětlení nad stolem nebo vyšší dekorativní světelný prvek. Technické parametry Průměr: 480 mm Výška: 2000 mm (nastavitelná) Světelný tok: 2405 lm Barva světla: 2700 K / 3500 K (CCT) Index podání barev (CRI): Ra 80 Napětí: 220–240 V Příkon: 18 W Patice: integrovaný LED modul Materiál: kov Barva: zelená Kolekce: KHAN Počet světelných zdrojů: 1 Včetně světelného zdroje: ano Doporučení pro použití Díky možnosti volby teploty světla je svítidlo vhodné jak pro domácí prostředí, tak pro komerční interiéry, kde je potřeba přizpůsobovat světelné podmínky. KHAN zaujme samostatně i ve skupině více kusů nad větším jídelním stolem či barem. Trust badges & garance Životnost: není specifikována Záruka: 2 roky Certifikace: CE FAQ Lze nastavit výšku závěsu? Ano, kabel je možné zkrátit dle potřeby – snadno ho přizpůsobíte konkrétní výšce stropu nebo účelu použití.

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Simply Quantum Physics - DK

A clear, simple, graphic-led introduction to quantum physics. Are you short of time but hungry for knowledge? This beginner's quantum physics book proves that sometimes less is more. Bold graphics and easy-to-understand explanations make it the most accessible guide to quantum physics on the market.Understanding Quantum Physics Has Never Been EasierThis illuminating reference book introduces you to the greatest physicists of the 20th and 21st centuries such as Albert Einstein, Neils Bohr, Erwin Schrödinger, Richard Feynman, and more! It's the perfect gift for anyone interested in physics or science in general and life-long learners. This book about quantum physics offers you: - Simple, easy-to-understand graphics that help to convey information in a visual way- Clear, authoritative text that explains 100 key concepts- Introduction to theoretical ideas and their everyday applications This smart but powerful guide cuts through the jargon and gives you the facts in a clear, visual way. Step inside the strange and fascinating world of subatomic physics that at times seems to conflict with common sense.Unlock the mysteries of more than 100 key ideas, from quantum mechanics basics to the uncertainty principle and quantum tunnelling. Each pared-back, single-page entry demystifies the groundbreaking ideas in modern science. From Schrödinger's Cat and quantum teleportation to atoms and gravity, Simply Quantum Physics is the ultimate jargon-free overview of the subject.Whether you're a physics student or just an interested layman, this indispensable guide is packed with everything you need to quickly and easily understand the basics. Complete the Series:Part of DK Book's exciting, brand-new reference series for those who are time-poor, but keen to learn more. Discover the mysteries of more key philosophical ideas in Simply Philosophy.

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Quantum - Manjit Kumar

''This is about gob-smacking science at the far end of reason ... Take it nice and easy and savour the experience of your mind being blown without recourse to hallucinogens'' Nicholas Lezard, Guardian For most people, quantum theory is a byword for mysterious, impenetrable science. And yet for many years it was equally baffling for scientists themselves.In this magisterial book, Manjit Kumar gives a dramatic and superbly-written history of this fundamental scientific revolution, and the divisive debate at its core. Quantum theory looks at the very building blocks of our world, the particles and processes without which it could not exist.Yet for 60 years most physicists believed that quantum theory denied the very existence of reality itself. In this tour de force of science history, Manjit Kumar shows how the golden age of physics ignited the greatest intellectual debate of the twentieth century.Quantum theory is weird. In 1905, Albert Einstein suggested that light was a particle, not a wave, defying a century of experiments. Werner Heisenberg''s uncertainty principle and Erwin Schrodinger''s famous dead-and-alive cat are similarly strange. As Niels Bohr said, if you weren''t shocked by quantum theory, you didn''t really understand it.While "Quantum" sets the science in the context of the great upheavals of the modern age, Kumar''s centrepiece is the conflict between Einstein and Bohr over the nature of reality and the soul of science. ''Bohr brainwashed a whole generation of physicists into believing that the problem had been solved'', lamented the Nobel Prize-winning physicist Murray Gell-Mann. But in "Quantum", Kumar brings Einstein back to the centre of the quantum debate. "Quantum" is the essential read for anyone fascinated by this complex and thrilling story and by the band of brilliant men at its heart.

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Quantum Physics For Dummies - Andrew Zimmerman Jones

The plain-English guide to understanding quantum physics Mastering quantum physics is no easy feat, but with the help of Quantum Physics For Dummies you can work at your own pace to unlock key concepts and fascinating facts. Packed with invaluable explanations, equations, and step-by-step instructions, this book makes a challenging subject much more accessible. Great for college students taking a quantum physics course, Quantum Physics For Dummies offers complete coverage of the subject, along with numerous examples to help you tackle the tough stuff. The Schrodinger Equation, the foundations of quantum physics, vector notation, scattering theory, angular momentum—it’s all in here. This handy guide helps you prepare for exams and succeed at learning quantum physics. Get clear explanations of the core concepts in quantum physics Review the math principles needed for quantum physics equationsLearn the latest breakthroughs and research in the fieldClarify difficult subjects and equations from your college courseQuantum Physics For Dummies is great a resource for students who need a supplement to the textbook to help them tackle this challenging subject.

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Quantum Mechanics - Nouredine Zettili

QUANTUM MECHANICS An innovative approach to quantum mechanics that seamlessly combines textbook and problem-solving book into one Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications provides an in-depth treatment of this fundamental theory, combining detailed formalism with straightforward practice. Thoroughly integrating close to seven hundred examples, solved problems, and exercises into a well-structured and comprehensive work, this textbook offers instructors a pedagogically sound teaching tool, students a clear, balanced and modern approach to the subject, and researchers a quick practical guide. The extensive list of fully solved examples and problems have been carefully designed to guide and enable users of the book to become proficient practitioners of quantum mechanics. The text begins with a thorough description of the origins of quantum physics before discussing the mathematical tools required in the field and the postulates upon which it is founded. Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications is broad in scope, covering such aspects as one-dimensional and three- dimensional potentials, angular momentum, rotations and addition of angular momenta, identical particles, time-independent and -dependent approximation methods, scattering theory, relativistic quantum mechanics, and classical field theory among others. Each of these diverse areas are enhanced with a rich collection of illustrative examples and fully-solved problems to ensure complete understanding of this complex topic. Readers of the third edition of Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications will also find: Two new chapters — one dealing with relativistic quantum mechanics and the other with the Lagrangian derivations of the Klein-Gordon and Dirac equations — and three new appendices to support themAbout 90 solved examples integrated throughout the text that are intended to illustrate individual concepts within a broader topicAbout 200 fully-solved, multi-step problems at the end of each chapter that integrate multiple concepts introduced throughout the chapterMore than 400 unsolved exercises that may be used to practice the ideas presented A Solutions Manual is available from the author, Prof. Nouredine Zettili, nzettili@jsu.edu, only to those instructors adopting the book, on request, offering detailed solutions to all exercises. Quantum Mechanics: Concepts and Applications is a comprehensive textbook which is most useful to senior undergraduate and first-year graduate students seeking mastery of the field, as well as to researchers in need of a quick, practical reference for the various techniques necessary for optimal performance in the subject.

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Beyond the Quantum - Antony Valentini

Based on decades of research, this book offers a panoramic rethink of quantum physics, with potentially revolutionary implications for cosmology, quantum gravity, and quantum technology.Properly understood, ''pilot-wave theory'' provides a deeper foundation for quantum mechanics, while also going beyond it. First proposed in the 1920s by French aristocrat and physicist Louis de Broglie, and revived in the 1950s by American physicist David Bohm, the theory posits hidden particle motions we cannot currently see or control. The theory is usually regarded as merely an alternative account of the same physics we already know. In fact, pilot-wave theory implies a wealth of new and radical physics beyond the reach of quantum mechanics.Pilot-wave theory tells us that quantum physics is a special case of something broader and deeper. In more general ''nonequilibrium'' conditions, Einstein''s relativity and Heisenberg''s uncertainty break down. Superluminal signalling becomes possible, and quantum particles can be clearly seen and controlled. This new physics could have left traces in the early universe, and it might be visible today in radiation from exploding primordial black holes. Harnessing this new physics would have transformative technological implications, in particular for communication, cryptography, and computing.Drawing intriguing parallels between the present era of quantum physics and past episodes of scientific confusion, this book tells the story of how pilot-wave theory was discovered and abandoned, revived and reconstructed, and how today it can pave the way to a new and radical physics beyond the quantum.

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Quantum Mechanics (A Ladybird Expert Book) - Jim Al-Khalili

What is quantum mechanics? Learn from the experts in the ALL-NEW LADYBIRD EXPERT SERIESA clear, simple and entertaining introduction to the weird, mind-bending world of the very, very small.Written by physicist and broadcaster Professor Jim Al-Khalili, Quantum Mechanics explores all the key players, breakthroughs, controversies and unanswered questions of the quantum world.You''ll discover:- How the sun shines- Why light is both a wave and a particle- The certainty of the Uncertainty Principle- Schrodinger''s Cat- Einstein''s spooky action- How to build a quantum computer- Why quantum mechanics drives even its experts completely crazy''Jim Al-Khalili has done an admirable job of condensing the ideas of quantum physics from Max Planck to the possibilities of quantum computers into brisk, straightforward English'' THE TIMESLearn about other topics in the Ladybird Experts series including The Big Bang, Gravity, Climate Change and Evolution.Written by the leading lights and most outstanding communicators in their fields, the Ladybird Expert books provide clear, accessible and authoritative introductions to subjects drawn from science, history and culture. For an adult readership, the Ladybird Expert series is produced in the same iconic small format pioneered by the original Ladybirds. Each beautifully illustrated book features the first new illustrations produced in the original Ladybird style for nearly forty years.

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Quantum Physics for Babies - Chris Ferrie

Fans of Chris Ferrie's Organic Chemistry for Babies, Rocket Science for Babies, and 8 Little Planets will love this introduction to quantum physics for babies and toddlers!It only takes a small spark to ignite a child's mind.Written by an expert, Quantum Physics for Babies is a colorfully simple introduction to the principle that gives quantum physics its name. Babies (and grownups!) will discover that the wild world of atoms never comes to a standstill. With a tongue-in-cheek approach that adults will love, this installment of the Baby University board book series is the perfect way to introduce basic concepts to even the youngest scientists. After all, it's never too early to become a quantum physicist!If you're looking for the perfect quantum physics gift, quantum physics book, or more Baby University books for your little one, look no further! Quantum Physics for Babies offers fun early learning for your little scientist!

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Quantum Physics in Minutes - Gemma Lavender

Quantum physics is the most fundamental -- but also the most baffling -- branch of science. Allowing for dead-and-alive cats, teleportation, antimatter, and parallel universes, as well as underpinning all of our digital technology, it''s as important as it is mind-bending. This clear and compact book demystifies the strange and beautiful quantum world, and hence the nature of reality itself.Contents include: Schrodinger''s cat, inside the atom, the particle zoo, the Higgs boson, Heisenberg''s uncertainty principle, God playing dice, relativity, the Big Bang, dark energy and matter, black holes, the fate of the Universe, the Theory of Everything, quantum gravity, string theory, the multiverse, instant communication, quantum computing and cryptography, superconductivity, quantum biology, quantum consciousness, and much more. Written as a series of mini essays with 200 simple diagrams to help understanding, there can be no easier guide to this notoriously confusing subject. At last it''s possible for non-specialists to understand quantum theory and its central role in the birth of the universe and the very existence of life.

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Quantum Mechanics, Volume 1 - Bernard Diu, Franck Laloe, Claude Cohen-Tannoudji

This new edition of the unrivalled textbook introduces the fundamental concepts of quantum mechanics such as waves, particles and probability before explaining the postulates of quantum mechanics in detail. In the proven didactic manner, the textbook then covers the classical scope of introductory quantum mechanics, namely simple two-level systems, the one-dimensional harmonic oscillator, the quantized angular momentum and particles in a central potential. The entire book has been revised to take into account new developments in quantum mechanics curricula. The textbook retains its typical style also in the new edition: it explains the fundamental concepts in chapters which are elaborated in accompanying complements that provide more detailed discussions, examples and applications. * The quantum mechanics classic in a new edition: written by 1997 Nobel laureate Claude Cohen-Tannoudji and his colleagues Bernard Diu and Franck Laloë * As easily comprehensible as possible: all steps of the physical background and its mathematical representation are spelled out explicitly * Comprehensive: in addition to the fundamentals themselves, the book contains more than 350 worked examples plus exercises Claude Cohen-Tannoudji was a researcher at the Kastler-Brossel laboratory of the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris where he also studied and received his PhD in 1962. In 1973 he became Professor of atomic and molecular physics at the Collège des France. His main research interests were optical pumping, quantum optics and atom-photon interactions. In 1997, Claude Cohen-Tannoudji, together with Steven Chu and William D. Phillips, was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for his research on laser cooling and trapping of neutral atoms. Bernard Diu was Professor at the Denis Diderot University (Paris VII). He was engaged in research at the Laboratory of Theoretical Physics and High Energy where his focus was on strong interactions physics and statistical mechanics. Franck Laloë was a researcher at the Kastler-Brossel laboratory of the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris. His first assignment was with the University of Paris VI before he was appointed to the CNRS, the French National Research Center. His research was focused on optical pumping, statistical mechanics of quantum gases, musical acoustics and the foundations of quantum mechanics.

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Quantum Computing - Brian Clegg

Computer technology has improved exponentially over the last 50 years. But the headroom for bigger and better electronic solutions is running out. Our best hope is to engage the power of quantum physics.‘Quantum algorithms’ had already been written long before hardware was built. These would enable, for example, a quantum computer to exponentially speed up an information search, or to crack the mathematical trick behind internet security. However, making a quantum computer is incredibly difficult. Despite hundreds of laboratories around the world working on them, we are only just seeing them come close to ‘supremacy’ where they can outperform a traditional computer.In this approachable introduction, Brian Clegg explains algorithms and their quantum counterparts, explores the physical building blocks and quantum weirdness necessary to make a quantum computer, and uncovers the capabilities of the current generation of machines.

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