the great british dig dr chloe duckworth

The Great British Dig brings history and archaeology closer to home than ever before.Each week a team of archaeologists (led by presenter Hugh Dennis) descend on streets and gardens the length and breadth of the country to discover the treasures we have been living right on top of without realising. In this official tie-in book, on-screen expert Dr Chloë Duckworth digs deeper into the sites the show visited, as well as giving practical tips and advice for anyone who wants to have a go themselves.Uncovering a lost world of human stories just a few shovelfuls beneath our feet, Chloë explores the team’s techniques in fascinating detail, offering new insights and explanations about the discoveries made. As well as revealing the actual frontier of the Roman Empire in Britain, the Tudor palace of an Elizabethan spymaster, a revolutionary Victorian prison, a Second World War military base, and a prehistoric village under a school playing field, Chloë includes lots of information for anyone wanting to give it a go themselves.The book is packed with features, tip boxes and practical advice about digging in your own back garden, researching your local area for clues about what might have been there centuries ago, and ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The great tea-break escape! A bumper book of fun puzzles celebrating every aspect of Britishness from Britain''s King of Puzzles -- perfect to relax, de-stress and unwind, perhaps with a cup of tea!Whether focused on queuing, the weather or the overwhelming desire to apologise entirely unnecessarily, these are puzzles with a sense of humour and a love of all things British.The puzzles cover every aspect of modern Britain, from food and drink through to language and literature, and from places and people through to sports and entertainment.There is an extraordinary variety of content, from word and logic puzzles of all kinds through to relaxing dot-to-dots and spot the differences, all designed to take us on a unique and intriguing tour of our fascinating island.

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The BBC1 primetime series, The Great British Sewing Bee, is set to return to the nation''s screens in Spring 2024. The companion book to the tenth series of this flagship BBC1 show, The Great British Sewing Bee: Back to Basics, accompanies sewers at all levels on their creative journey.Back to Basics brings the magic of The Great British Sewing Bee to your home showcasing the show’s favourite patterns for every style you can imagine. Featuring the very garments from the latest show, alongside much-loved favourites from over the years, from showstoppers to wardrobe staples, this book is packed with expert advice and helpful tips for dressmaking. From simple tees to stand-out clothing, aspiring crafters will have everything they need to create the perfect outfit for any occasion. Including a collection of 25 garments and accessories for women (UK sizes 8–22) and 4 garments for men (UK sizes XS to XL) from series 10, plus a wealth of sewing techniques, tips, and tricks, Back to Basics is more than a project book; it is also an indispensable reference that will elevate your sewing to a professional level. Â

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The Great British Bake Off is a glorious celebration of Britain''s favourite pastime. As the series has shown us, baking is the perfect way to mark an occasion - to celebrate, to congratulate and reward, and to lift spirits. This new book is inspired by the wonderful creations from The Great British Bake Off ''Showstopper Challenge''. Covering a wide range of bakes from large and small cakes, biscuits and cookies, sweet and savoury pastry, puddings, breads and patisserie, this book will show you how to bake beautiful, enticing recipes to wow at every occasion. There are dainty cupcakes for afternoon tea, quick bakes perfect for bake sales, school fairs or coffee with friends, mouthwatering desserts, breads and pastry recipes for lunches and dinner parties, and some really special bakes for birthdays and festive celebrations throughout the year.This recipe book will show you how to make your bake extra special, from exciting finishes using chocolate curls and ribbons and spun sugar to simple ideas for icing, shaping and decorating, so you can bring a touch of magic to any bake.Great British Bake Off also includes the ''Best of the Bake-off'' - the finest recipes from the new set of Great British ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Learn how to build on your sewing repertoire as you take the next step on your making journey.The Great British Sewing Bee: The Skills is the second title in this brand-new, standalone series that celebrates dressmaking techniques. Building on the basics covered in The Great British Sewing Bee: The Techniques, this book includes chapters on: Preparation & pattern matchingWorking with different fabrics such as leather and lace How to take your sewing to the next level with finishes Specialist techniques including boning, swimwear and underwear Decorations & embellishments  Interspersed with expert tips and step-by-step illustrations, The Skills is an indispensable reference for intermediate sewers that will encourage you to take your dressmaking to the next level.

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Inspired by The Great British Bake Off? Learn how to bake over 120 delicious recipes in this ultimate baking book and official tie-in to the first BBC series. Take a tour of the very best in baking our nation has to offer - from Eccles cakes to Cornish pasties, Chelsea buns to Scottish gingerbread. Over 120 classic recipes, as well as numerous adaptations and suggestions, cover the whole range of baking skills from sweet jam tarts to savoury game pie. These are recipes that have been passed through the generations, as well as those from the Bake Off contestants. With trips to notable landmarks from baking history - Melton Mowbray and Sandwich among the more famous, as well as locally loved secrets from towns and villages around the country - the book highlights the importance of baking as part of our national heritage. Whether you want to try your hand at the delicate art of shortbread petticoat tails or dish up a hearty steak pie to a hungry family, you will be dipping into the pages of The Great British Book of Baking time and time again, for the very best baking recipes from around the British Isles.Chapters include: - ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Inspired by the history of Britain, from the tree under which the first trade union was formed to the branches from which outlaws were hanged, The Great British Tree Biography details the fascinating stories associated with trees throughout the history of the British Isles.How much did you know about the Glastonbury Hawthorn? A tree on the site of Glastonbury Abbey that flowers on Christmas Day, and is believed to descend from an original thorn planted on the grounds by Joseph of Arimathea. And then there''s Oswald''s Tree where the dismembered body of Oswald, the Christian King of Northumbria was said to have been hung by Penda, King of Mercia, as a warning to others – and from where the town of Oswestry takes its name.There is the lime that grows stubbornly on a cricket pitch in Kent, the ash tree surrounded by 19th-century gravestones in St Pancras churchyard and the Knole Oak, immortalised on the page in Virginia Woolf’s Orlando and in the video for The Beatles song Strawberry Fields Forever.From the from oak on Isle Maree in Scotland said to provide release from madness to visitors who offer coins to the tree, to the beeches in Wiltshire that inspired ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Learn how to design and make your own patterns and sew with confidence from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee.Pattern Drafting will show you how to draft patterns so you can make clothes that suit your style and fit you perfectly, with expert tips from the world of couture and costume making.Starting with the basics, this illustrated, practical guide demystifies key terminology and shows you how to measure yourself accurately and all the essential kit you’ll need. Discover how to draft and adapt pattern blocks; download the PDF patterns for a basic bodice, trouser, skirt and one-piece sleeve to get started and put your new skills to the test. The possibilities are endless as you discover how to make garments from scratch, identify and solve common fit issues and embrace the joy of stitching your own clothes.An indispensable reference for skilled sewers, Pattern Drafting teaches you the art of creating dressmaking patterns with ease.

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''Delightfully good ... an exuberant and learned celebration of British culture ... full of love for and fascination with everything from the origins of heavy metal in the metal-bashing industries of the West Midlands to John Lennon''s and Damien Hirst''s lust for money'' Nick Cohen, Observer''Terrific ... I defy you not to be swept up in a narrative that''s as colourful as it is dramatic'' - John Preston, Mail on Sunday''Dramatic, perceptive and often extremely funny'' Spectator, Books of the YearBritain''s empire has gone. We no longer matter as we once did. And yet there is still one area in which we can legitimately claim superpower status: our popular culture. It is extraordinary to think that one British writer, J. K. Rowling, has sold more than 400 million books; that Doctor Who is watched in almost every developed country in the world; that James Bond has been the central character in the longest-running film series in history; that The Lord of the Rings is the second best-selling novel ever written (behind only A Tale of Two Cities); that the Beatles are still the best-selling musical group of all time; and that only Shakespeare and the Bible have sold more books ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Discover the best of the United Kingdom with The Great British Staycation Activity Book! This lushly illustrated, full colour activity book is packed withfacts about every inch of this Sceptred Isle, and a kaleidoscope of 50 activities including colouring, puzzles, quizzes, and more. Get ready for a journey around the UK like no other! Just like at Hampton Court, get lost in a seemingly never-ending maze. Spot the difference between some of the UK's coolest castles, and complete a ferocious crossword full of famous figures from British History. Say hello to furry and feathered friends in a wonderful British wildlife word search, design your very own dream Staycation hotel, and so much more! Destinations include: Cornwall, Devon, Yorkshire, Cumbria, the Highlands and Islands, Pembrokeshire and Camarthenshire, and so many more. Bite-sized information and awesome facts about the UK are scattered throughout, with 50 fun activities to get stuck into.Celebrate the Best of British with this fun-filled activity book. Just what you need for any long trip!

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Take a fitting masterclass from the team behind The Great British Sewing Bee. From adjusting patterns to altering ready-made garments, learn how to personalise your makes to suit your style with this go-to guide. Starting with the basics, learn how to measure yourself and grade between sizes before moving onto pattern adjustments including darts, bust, bum, back, bicep and mobility adjustments. Discover the art of preparing and fitting a toile to create a custom fit for your body, with expert tips from the world of couture and costume making. Featuring a section with advice on altering clothes you already own, you''ll also be able to inject a new lease of life into ready-made garments that don''t fit quite right. This book is an indispensable reference for skilled sewers that will show you how to get a perfect fit to create that professional finish.

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60 achievable adventures that celebrate the best of Britain and Britishness – must-do things that are on your doorstep rather than the other side of the world.If you want to ski off a cliff or swim with sharks, stop reading now. This book is about achievable adventures that celebrate the best of Britain and Britishness.The 60 mini adventures included are graded in difficulty from comically easy to mildly challenging, making them suitable for a wide range of ages and abilities. They include the most beautiful place to go for a stroll, the easiest place for a wild swim and, more importantly, the most spectacular place to have a cup of tea. Not to mention flying in a Spitfire and finding delicious food among the hedgerows.So what''s on this Great British Bucket List? Well, a host of alternative UK adventures to get you out of the house. From fossil hunting on the Jurassic coast to forest bathing in Standish Woods, family-friendly music festivals to spectacular walks and lazy picnic hotspots, this essential guide is packed with must-do experiences. Discover the world of luxury eco-glamping in Devon and Suffolk. Book your tickets for the Minack, Cornwall''s world famous open-air theatre. Follow in ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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The new Great British Bake Off book ties into the 2024 season of the UK''s most popular cooking show. Indulge in the very best comfort bakes that you''ll want to make time and again, with recipes from Paul, Prue and the bakers.This new book showcases 80 wonderful bakes inspired by the show''s most popular signature themes - Cake, Biscuits, Bread, Pastry, Patisserie, Dessert, Chocolate and Free-from - celebrating the very best in comfort bakes.Is there anything more comforting than the smell of a fresh bake wafting through the house? Paul, Prue and the 2024 bakers explore comfort in all its forms in these delectable, warm, cosy recipes. These include cakes for cheery family get togethers; recipes with a sense of nostalgia; hearty and warming bakes for cosy nights; and low-effort and quick concoctions that are an immediate balm.You''ll find rhubarb upside-down cake, served with lashings of custard; butterscotch shortbread - the perfect dunking biscuit; cheesy, salty crumpets that couldn''t be easier to make; a moreish malted chocolate and honeycomb layer cake, and so much more. Every page of this book is packed with sumptuous bakes that will become go-to recipes whenever good food is what you need.

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The Great British Bake Off: Kitchen Classics showcases 80 sumptuous bakes inspired by the show''s most popular signature themes - Cake, Biscuits, Bread, Pastry, Patisserie, Dessert, Chocolate and Free-from - taking the best classic recipes and reinventing them to create the most gorgeous, flavourful and indulgent bakes.Throughout the book, Paul, Prue and the 2023 bakers themselves show you how to turn a signature into something truly special. Among the many transformations, Victoria sponge becomes a four-tier, zesty extravaganza; a brioche-style babka turns savoury with kale pesto and red peppers; and the cherry Bakewell is reimagined as an irresistible fondant fancy.Page after page, this book is packed with ''new'' classics that will draw family and friends to your own kitchen table time and again.

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THE ULTIMATE CAKE-BAKING BIBLEThe Big Book of Amazing Cakes brings the magic of The Great British Bake Off to your kitchen with easy-to-follow recipes for every shape, size and delicious flavour of cake you can imagine.Featuring the very best cakes from inside the Bake Off tent, alongside much-loved family favourites, stunning showstoppers and classic bakes, the book is packed with expert advice and helpful tips for decorating. From simple sponges to spectacular celebration cakes, aspiring star bakers will have everything they need to create the perfect bake for any occasion.Includes exclusive recipes by the series 10 bakers, and favourite bakes from contestants across all ten series.

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With womenswear sizes ranging from 8 to 22, along with seven downloadable PDF pattern sheets, The Great British Sewing Bee: The Modern Wardrobe covers everything you need to build garments that are easy to make, wear and combine. Discover how one pattern could become three different looks through a series of simple alterations. The 28 projects in this book will help you gain confidence as you learn how to make clothes you love and cherish. The projects include: paper bag shorts, dance dress, Oxford Bag trousers, Breton two-piece, a-line dress and much more. Expand on crucial techniques and further your understanding in how to bring in more of your own personal style into the clothes you want to wear. Complete with stunning photography, clear illustrations and instructions, demystify the pattern process to create a variety of flattering garments for every occasion that suit your style and fit your figure. Starting with the essentials, learn how to personalise patterns with expert sewing tips on making alterations that will take you beyond this book as you build on your sewing skills.

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The new Great British Bake Off Book - KITCHEN CLASSICS - is available now!Tuck into your all-time favourite flavours and a good sprinkling of Bake Off magic with our easy-to-follow recipes. A feast for both the eyes and the taste buds, these flavourful bakes will leave you inspired to mix and match different combinations, or to indulge yourself with some classic tastes and textures.Whether you''re looking for a tart blackcurrant millefeuille, a fresh passion fruit trifle, a sticky ginger treacle tart or a rich chocolate and speculoos cake - Paul, Prue, the Bake Off team and the 2022 bakers are here to show you how to get the perfect result. From earthy to spicy, and from tangy to creamy, this book showcases how to bring out the very best flavours in whatever you create.Featuring recipes from the 2022 contestants: Abdul Rehman Sharif, Carole Edwards, Dawn Hollyoak, James Dewar, Janusz Domgala, Kevin Flynn, Maisam Algirgeet, Maxy Maligisa, Nelsandro "Sandro" Farmhouse, Rebecca "Rebs" Lightbody, Syabira Yusoff, William "Will" Hawkins

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When she enters her country''s most beloved baking competition, Shauna Wickle''s goal is to delight the judges, charm the nation, and make a few friends along the way. But when a fellow contestant is poisoned, it falls to her to apprehend the culprit while avoiding premature elimination from the UK Bakery Tent... and being the poisoner''s next victim! Collects issues #1 #4 of Dark Horse Comics series The Great British Bump-Off.

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When wildcat arson hits her new employer right where she lives, Shauna Wickle is drawn into the brutal and vindictive world of quilting, as sisterhood and community needlecraft deteriorate into internecine strife. With the promise of an end to all her financial worries, Shauna must cross enemy lines and infiltrate a cadre of ''monsters in human skin''. But they seem so nice? Collects The Great British Bump-Off: Kill or Be Quilt #1-#4.

Objev podobné jako The Great British Bump-Off: Kill or Be Quilt - John Allison, Max Sarin

This beautiful hardback is packed with practical advice to help you improve your baking. It includes fascinating trivia covering the history of baking and the chemistry crucial to achieving winning cakes, biscuits, pastry, bread and baked desserts, as well as classic recipes to demonstrate techniques. Arranged into a helpful question and answer format and beautifully illustrated throughout, this is an in-depth guide for bakers of all levels of skill, an invaluable companion to the Great British Bake Off recipes books, and the perfect gift for Mothers’ Day.

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A vibrant guide to the Great Barrier Reef full of surprising factoids and retro illustrations, perfect for children curious about life under the sea. Now in paperback!"A very good book for beefing up the coral reef section, or for niche projects on climate change." —School Library JournalDid you know that giant clams can weigh as much as two baby elephants? Or that the shockwave of a pistol shrimp can heat up the surrounding waters to a temperature nearly as hot as the surface of the sun? With nearly 400,000 square kilometers of dazzling color, intricate ecosystems and unique creatures large and small, The Great Barrier Reef is one of the great natural wonders of our world.Vibrant, dynamic illustrations illuminate this enchanting place, its animal inhabitants, and the peoples who have embraced it as a centerpiece of their cultures. Learn all about how the reef came to be, its place in the world, and perhaps most importantly, what we can all do to help ensure that The Great Barrier Reef will be around for countless future generations to discover!

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The questions cover all your favourite pub quiz topics, focusing especially on the British Isles, its history and culture.

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Fascinating and entertaining entries about Britain’s greatest dishes and ingredients.Includes recipes for 20 classics.Beautifully illustrated.Supported by the National Trust.Do you know your Bedfordshire clanger from your Dorset knob? Your Kentish cobnuts from your Cromer crab?This guide is packed with stories and facts about the food that makes Britain great. From regional specialities to national favourites, it explores our wonderful foodscape in all its diversity and vitality. You’ll find cherished classics alongside more recent additions – singing hinnies, pan haggerty and bara brith, as well as samosas, jerk chicken and urban honey. There are also some delicious recipes that make the most of locally produced ingredients to impress friends and family.

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An optimistic exploration of how, through radical economic reform, the United Kingdom can prosper and flourish in the new global economy

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UPGRADE YOUR SMALL TALK GUIDED BY WORLD-LEADING WEATHER EXPERTS!From Foggy and Freezing to Scorching and Stormy, join the ultimate weather adventure through the great British seasons and uncover the extraordinary in every single day*.Are YOU the ultimate weather watcher?Do you know your drizzle from your mizzle?Ever wondered what rainbows are really made of?And could you pinpoint where lightning has struck twice?Pore over beautiful cloudscapes, learn the secrets of sunsets, discover freak weather and fogbows, and why forecasting was so important in British history, from D-Day to the Great Fire of London.Perfect for rainy days in or cloudspotting on the go, the Met Office share the best of almost 170 years of forecasting for the first time in this beautifully illustrated book. Packed with mythbusting, top trivia, stunning visuals and archive gems, shooting the breeze has never been so interesting!*Even when it is tipping it down.

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The most delightful read to curl up with and enjoy with a cup of tea and slice of cake! Fans of The Pumpkin Spice Café, Elsie Silver and Ali Hazelwood will adore this charming, romantic (and delicious!) story. 🌸🌸🌸🧁🐈🌸🐈🧁🌸🌸🌸 Whisks at the ready! This summer, two local cafes will go head-to-head in a baking competition where more is at stake than just the trophy... Will true love be the icing on the cake?Clem is the baker in charge of creating delicious cat-themed treats for the loyal customers of the Catpurrcino cat café. From iced kitten doughnuts to macarons with ears and whiskers, Clem''s creations always bring a smile to the face of anyone lucky enough to taste them. But outside of the café''s kitchen, Clem struggles with feelings of anxiety and where she fits in. Until Sylvie, the owner of the café, decides to push her out of her comfort zone. The Whisked Away baking competition is a chance for Clem to shine and find her inner confidence. Also competing this year is Lucas, the owner of Muddy Paws café, accompanied by his faithful Golden Retriever Reina.The stage is set for an epic cake-off between cats and dogs. But as ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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IF TWO OF YOUR FAVOURITE THINGS ARE BAKING SHOWS AND DETECTIVE SERIES, THEN LOOK NO FURTHER.Six contestants. The nation''s favourite baking show. And a prize worth killing for...''A delightful whodunit in a perfect setting with an immersive plot'' 5***** reader review ''Knives Out meets The Great British Bake Off...a perfectly layered mysery, easily deserving of a hearty Hollywood handshake'' TOM HINDLE, author of A Fatal Crossing''I loved it. The Great British Bake Off meets And Then There Were None'' J.M. HALL, author of A Spoonful of Murder''Will keep you entertained right til the end!'' 5***** reader review__________For six amateur bakers, competing in Bake Week is a dream come true.But for the show''s famous host, Betsy Martin, it''s more than a competition. It''s her legacy.As she welcomes contestants to her ancestral home, Grafton Manor, she''s excited to discover who will have what it takes win the ultimate prize: The Golden Spoon.Quickly, though, things start to go wrong...The contestants are jittery - they''ve heard strange noises in the manor at night.Betsy is irate - a new co-host has arrived, and he''s out for her spotlight.Then, the sabotage begins. At first, it''s small. Sugar switched for salt. A hob turned too high.But when ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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'The literary equivalent of a great session.' Felicity Cloake'A brilliant hymn to the holy sainted pub' Marina O'LoughlinWould Queen Victoria have been good value over a pint? Where can you find the most northerly pub in the UK? What is good pub etiquette and do you follow it?This isn’t just a book full of Britain’s best pubs, although rest assured, we have plenty of them. Rather, this is a book that is as much for the pub as about the pub – a collection of ale-sodden stories from every corner of the UK, from the country’s classiest pub urinals, to the Wetherspoons inside a service station just off the M40. With tales and trivia from Lanarkshire to the Lizard, this is a love letter to the great British pub, in all its faded and eccentric glory. Compiled by The Fence, contributors include Tom Parker Bowles, Charlotte Ivers, William Hanson, Jimmy Mcintosh, John Banville and Katy Hessel.

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The sweeping long-lost novella, now available in paperback for the first time in 40 years, alongside recently rediscovered short story ''The Lost One'', from the original queen of romantic suspense''Total heaven'' Harriet Evans1879. Lanzarote. A wealthy young woman elopes with an impoverished fisherman, leaving her family distraught.1968. Perdita West, secretary to a famous author, visits Lanzarote on a research trip and begins to fall in love with the unusual, beautiful little island. When, while snorkelling, a landslide traps Perdita in an underwater cave, her efforts to save herself will reveal what happened to the ill-fated couple who fell in love at this very spot almost a century ago . . .Also includes the recently rediscovered short story ''The Lost One'', first published in Woman''s Journal in 1960, and set against the backdrop of unfenced country and dark winding valleys at night.Praise for Mary Stewart:''Stylish'' Guardian''Wonderful''Scotsman''Mary Stewart is magic'' New York Times''[She] sprinkled intelligence around like stardust'' Herald''One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century'' Independent''She set the benchmark for pace, suspense and romance - with a great dollop of escapism as the icing'' Elizabeth Buchan

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''There''s nothing quite so comforting as a really well-made pie. From classic favourites to new combinations, the BBC''s Hairy Bikers have got it covered'' BBC GOOD FOOD''There are more than 140 drool-inducing recipes bubbling out of this book like steaming filling escaping through a gap in the pastry...easy to follow and delicious'' COUNTRYFILEThis is the definitive Pie Bible from the Kings of Pie, The Hairy Bikers.In their culinary homecoming, Si and Dave celebrate a dish close to their hearts. This beautifully illustrated cookbook brings together the Great British classic in 150 brand-new recipes. Featuring an extraordinary range of pies - from the sweet and savoury, deep and small, and to the pies that are puddings - The Hairy Bikers will inspire you to cook and share the mighty dish with the ones you love. With top tips on pastry, the failsafe methods, the secrets and the cheats, the boys will teach you how to choose the right type of pastry and filling for any occasion. Learn the rules of pastry making and how to add the right pickles, relishes and sauces to make your pie an unforgettable dish. And of course, how to make the most of those little left ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From Monty Python and Not the Nine O''Clock News to Peep Show, QI and The Great British Bake-Off, alumni of Britain''s oldest student sketch comedy troupe have set the tone of cultural eras from the 1960s to today. This book tells the story of the Cambridge Footlights, chronicling its evolution from its creation in the 1880s to the present.This diverting book includes first-hand interviews with former Footlights alumni, and extracts from past Footlights productions. It draws on material from the extensive archives of the Footlight club at the Cambridge University library, which holds records of club admin.The Footlights has long been a potential portal to fame: talent scouts, especially from the BBC, were in the habit of coming up to Cambridge on the lookout for comedy writers and material. This book traces the journeys of its most distinguished alumni, including Germaine Greer, Stephen Fry, Hugh Laurie, Miriam Margolyes, Emma Thompson, Richard Ayoade, David Mitchell and Sue Perkins, among many others, covering how they got into the club, their contribution and subsequent careers.Through examining the impact of the Footlights on British popular culture and comedy over the last 60 years, this book demonstrates how its farces, musical comedies, pantomimes and the ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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From the acclaimed author of The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir and The Kitchen Front, Jennifer Ryan, comes a novel inspired by true events in the Second World War.After renowned London fashion designer Cressida Westcott loses both her home and her design house in the Blitz, she has nowhere to go but the family manor house she fled decades ago. She arrives with nothing but the clothes she stands in, at a loss as to how to rebuild her business from a quaint country village.Her niece, Violet, is thrilled that her famous aunt is coming to stay – the village has been interminably dull with all the men off fighting. Meanwhile, the local vicar’s daughter, Grace Carlisle, is trying in vain to repair her mother’s gown, her only chance of a white wedding. When Cressida Westcott appears at the local sewing circle meeting, Grace asks for her help – but Cressida has much more to teach the ladies than just simple sewing skills.Before long, Cressida’s spirit and ambition galvanizes the village group into action, and they find themselves mending wedding dresses not only for local brides, but for brides across the country. And as the women dedicate themselves to helping others celebrate ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''We will overcome it [and] I hope in the years to come, everyone will be able to take pride in how they responded to this challenge, and those who come after us will say the Britons of this generation were as strong as any'' Her Majesty The QueenThe Coronavirus pandemic forced the great British people to dig to the very depths of their resolve. It was during this crisis, the gravest crisis the country has faced since the Second World War, that members of the Greatest Generation - Tom Moore, Dame Vera Lynn, the Queen - proved vital reminders of the self-effacing stoicism required in times of emergency; to summon our ''Blitz spirit'' and to ''Keep Calm and Carry On''.Taking twelve qualities of the wartime generation, including fellowship, courage and integrity, and drawing on personal interviews with over two hundred Second World War veterans - from SAS officers to London firewomen to Dame Vera herself - Guidance from the Greatest shows us how we can improve our individual character and our collective approach to life.Guidance from the Greatest reminds us of all that is great about Britain and shows how we can build upon that greatness for the future.

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“If my fellow-traveller had lived, he intended to have put together in book form such information as we had gathered about Southern Arabia. Now, as he died four days after our return from our last journey there, I have had to undertake the task myself. It has been very sad to me, but I have been helped by knowing that, however imperfect this book may be, what is written here will surely be a help to those who, by following in our footsteps, will be able to get beyond them, and to whom I so heartily wish success and a Happy Home-coming, the best wish a traveller may have.” So Mabel Bent (Mrs J. Theodore Bent) begins her Preface to Southern Arabia, one of the classic travel books written in English about this ever-fascinating region, in which she details the couple’s travels over a ten-year period. A testimony to the book’s high regard is that, since publication in 1900, it has rarely been out-of-print. Mabel Bent continues in her Preface to inform the reader that her volume is drawn in part from the note-books of her husband, her fellow-traveller, the redoubtable J. Theodore Bent (1852-97), and also “…from the ‘Chronicles’ ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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A pun-filled YA contemporary romance, The Dos and Donuts of Love by Adiba Jaigirdar finds a teenage girl competing in a televised baking competition, with contestants including her ex-girlfriend and a potential new crush - perfect for fans of The Great British Bake Off and She Drives Me Crazy!"Welcome to the first ever Junior Irish Baking Show!"Shireen Malik is still reeling from the breakup with her ex-girlfriend, Chris, when she receives news that she's been accepted as a contestant on a new televised baking competition show. This is Shireen's dream come true! Because winning will not only mean prize money, but it will also bring some much-needed attention to You Drive Me Glazy, her parents' beloved donut shop. Things get complicated, though, because Chris is also a contestant on the show.Then there's the very outgoing Niamh, a fellow contestant who is becoming fast friends with Shireen. Things are heating up between them, and not just in the kitchen. As the competition intensifies, Shireen will have to ignore all these factors and more - including potential sabotage - if she wants a sweet victory!

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''One of the great British novels of the twentieth century: a narrative of extraordinary reach, power and beauty'' Sarah WatersThe nuns who enter a medieval Norfolk convent are told to renounce the world, but the world still finds ways to trouble them, whether it is through fire, floods, pestilence, a collapsing spire, jealous rivalries, a priest with a secret or a plague of caterpillars. As we follow their daily lives over three centuries, this masterpiece of historical fiction re-creates a world run by women.''As an act of imagined history this novel has few rivals. Also, as it happens, a work of high, frequent comedy'' George Steiner, The Times Literary Supplement''Spellbinding . . . One starts rereading as soon as one has reached the last page'' Sunday Times''Magnificent'' Philip Hensher, Daily Telegraph

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Transport yourself to the idyllic hills of mid-century Crete in this tale of peril and intrigue, from the original queen of romantic suspense and author of Madam, Will You Talk? ''Mary Stewart is magic'' New York Times''One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century'' IndependentWhile on a walking holiday through the beautiful, deserted hills of Crete, Nicola Ferris stumbles across a critically injured Englishman, guarded by a fierce Greek. Nicola cannot abandon them and so sets off on a perilous search for their lost companion - all the while being pursued by someone who wants to make sure none of them leave the island . . . When the big white bird flew suddenly up among the glossy leaves and the lemon flowers, and wheeled into the mountain, I followed it.''A comfortable chair and a Mary Stewart: total heaven. I''d rather read her than most other authors.'' Harriet Evans''She built the bridge between classic literature and modern popular fiction. She did it first and she did it best.'' Herald

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*** THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER***From adventures at Central Saint Martins to The Great British Sewing Bee, go behind the scenes of Esme Young's amazing life...At age five, Esme was asked to write in her notebook, but instead, she filled it with drawings - the only way she knew to express herself. At seven, when it was discovered she was partially deaf, she found refuge in her sketchbooks. Shortly after, Esme made her first garment and a passion for sewing and designing was born. As a teenager, she made her way to London where her creative journey truly began.Living in a squat with other young creatives, Esme made the most of her time; studying at Central Saint Martins, launching a clothing line called Swanky Modes with three friends and £50 each, watching Notting Hill Carnival with David Bowie, and altering a dress for Cher. The '90s saw a career move into costumes for films, where she designed outfits for Trainspotting, Bridget Jones's Diary and The Beach, before she moved onto the small screen herself.A celebration of a creative life lived differently, Behind the Seams is a reminder that it's never too early, or too late to pick up a needle ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Give your baking a wicked, whimsigoth twist with TheLittle Gothic Bakeshop, featuring sweet and savory treats with a gothic flair.The Little Gothic Bakeshop showcases over 50 spooky and inventive recipes from The Great British Baking Show star, Helena Garcia, who impressed the judges and audiences alike with her creepy creations. Brewing with mystique, this cookbook is your go-to guide to easily transform ordinary recipes into macabre masterpieces, including devilishly delicious cakes, cookies, pastries, breads, desserts, and drinks. Covering Bewitching Beverages, Spooky Cookies and Candies, Ghoulish Breads and Pastries, To-Die-For Desserts, and Macabre Cakes and Bakes, unleash your inner goth with recipes like: Black Cat Mini Swiss RollsSpiderweb Sand-witch CookiesVampire''s Bloody Valentine LollipopsFlying Broomstick Focaccia MuffinsSkull Boba Bubble TeaScary Berry Lemon Tarts Gothic Arch Peanut Butter CheesecakeBat FougasseCemetery Traybake slicesAnd more!A combination of tactile illustration and darkened photography throughout the book is a homage to the old Victorian aesthetic of gothic elegance. Step into the dark side of baking and discover recipes that are easy to make, fun and spooky to design, and delicious when devoured. Whether you’re an everyday goth or Halloween-obsessed, TheLittle Gothic Bakeshop is filled with tricks and treats designed to bring some ghoulish fun to your baking ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE & SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARD''One man''s fascinating mission to save the great British orchid'' Mail on Sunday''Noble work in a time of great change'' New StatesmanBen Jacob is the Orchid Outlaw. In the dead of night, armed with a torch and a trowel, he risks everything, climbing into building sites to rescue Britain''s rarest flowers from extinction. At once a memoir, a natural history and an inspiring manifesto for a better future, The Orchid Outlaw shows how we can all save our disappearing natural world, one plant at a time. ''A vivid love letter to Britain''s orchids . . . Ben Jacob breaks all the rules with enormous success'' FRANCIS PRYOR''Unorthodox and precious'' Financial Times''Enchanting'' Country Life''A fearless battle and a lifelong passion . . . find out why Ben Jacob has risked heavy fines and even prison to save our endangered orchids'' Observer

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Giordano Bruno is known as the Prophet of the New Age, and his vision of an infinite universe grounded in science is increasingly celebrated. One of the principal forces behind his rediscovery was the great British historian Frances Yates. In calling attention to Giordono Bruno, she paved the way for a revaluation of the esoteric influences at play during the onset of the modern era. Today, when traditional answers about the universe and our place within it are under increasing scrutiny, Giordono Bruno and the Hermetic Tradition proves itself a true classic for our time.

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From Jennifer Ryan, the bestselling author of The Chilbury Ladies’ Choir, comes an unforgettable story inspired by the true events of a BBC-sponsored wartime cooking competition.‘The Great British Bake Off set in World War Two . . . an enchanting hug of a novel’ – Cathy Kelly, author of Other Women‘A gorgeous novel about making the best of things during difficult times, whilst celebrating the importance of sisterhood and friendship’ – Jill Mansell, author of Should I Tell You?Some wars will be fought at home . . .Two years into the Second World War, and German U-boats are frequently disrupting Britain’s supply of food. In an effort to help housewives with food rationing, a BBC radio programme called The Kitchen Front launches a new cooking contest – and the grand prize is a job as the programme’s first-ever female co-host.For young widow Audrey, winning the competition could be a chance to pay off her husband’s debts and keep a roof over her children’s heads. However, her estranged sister, Gwendoline, is equally set on success even if her own kitchen maid, Nell, is competing against her. And then there is Zelda, a London-trained chef desperate to succeed in a male-dominated profession ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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Mary Stewart, one of the great British storytellers of the 20th century, transports her readers to rural Northumberland for this tale of romance, ambition, and deceit - a perfect fit for fans of Agatha Christie and Barbara Pym. ''There are few to equal Mary Stewart'' Daily Telegraph''Mary Stewart is magic.'' New York TimesWhitescar is a beautiful old house and farm situated in Roman Wall country. It will make a rich inheritance for its heirs, but in order to secure it, they enlist the help of a young woman named Mary who bears remarkable resemblance to missing Whitescar heiress, Annabel Winslow. Their deception will spark a powder-keg of ambition, obsession and long-dead love.The ivy had reached for the tree and only the tree''s upper branches managed to thrust the young gold leaves of early summer through the strangling curtain. Eventually the ivy would kill it . . . ''One of the great British storytellers of the 20th century'' Independent''The Ivy Tree has the ideal thriller blend of plot, suspense, character drawing and good writing'' Daily Express

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#witchesofinstagram – here is the perfect book for your haunted kitchen!Give your baking a wicked twist with eerily clever ideas for all manner of cakes, cookies, pastries, breads, desserts and even drinks to spook up your cooking repertoire and make Halloween an occasion to remember. Whether you''re a curious witch, a Halloween fiend or you just want to add a creepy touch to your baking, Helena Garcia will give you all the inspiration you need.Try her mummified eclairs, some cinnamon buns that look shockingly like brains, a batch of cookie bats, or a scarily impressive haunted tree cake and before you know it, every day will seem like Halloween. Helena wowed the Great British Bake Off judges and audience with her surprisingly ghoulish interpretations of the baking challenges and now, with her amazingly inventive recipes, you too can become the ghostess with the mostest.

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Aaron Reynolds meets The Great British Baking Show in this tale of a hapless snake just trying to bake a cake!All Blake the snake wants to do is bake a cake for his friend Drake''s birthday. But mistake after mistake means he keeps having to pump the brakes. How can he share a delicious dessert at the picnic party if each time he bakes, he burns the cake, or it falls in the lake, or—watch out! EARTHQUAKE! Time to give it another take, Blake. Sheer determination is his only hope as he bakes and bakes and BAKES a new cake. Married duo Amy and Alison Young will leave readers in stitches as they follow this rambunctious reptile on his quest for the perfect bake.

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Move over cupcakes – scones are back.Meet the 21st-century scone. Cherry & Almond Hearts; Zingy Lemon with Mascarpone & Lemon Curd; Sun-dried Tomato & Jalapeno Swirls…or…Twisted Pistachio & Nutella Fancies; Monkey Butter Puddings; Good Morning Drop Scones with Bacon, Banana & Maple Syrup; and Steak & Ale Pie with a Cheesy Scone Lid.Sconoisseurs Liam and Grace of All’Scone have pushed the humble scone to heady new heights with 30 unique sweet and savoury recipes that will get mouths watering and stomachs rumbling across the land!Perfect for fans of the Great British Bake Off

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''Dr Chloe helped me understand how to grieve and keep living, how to find the light in the darkest of days. I know this book will be of great comfort to many.'' Zoe BallNobody gets through life free from the pain of loss.However, we aren’t very good at processing what grief does to us. If left unchecked, it can seriously damage our mental health.In this book, chartered psychologist and trauma counsellor Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell offers a roadmap for grief recovery. With guidance drawn from her decades of clinical experience and work with clients, plus a series of practical tools and exercises, she will help you work through your loss so you can embrace life with hope again.This is an expert source of support for anyone seeking light in the dark after loss.

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''Dr Chloe helped me understand how to grieve and keep living, how to find the light in the darkest of days. I know this book will be of great comfort to many.'' Zoe BallNobody gets through life free from the pain of loss.However, we arenÂ’t very good at processing what grief does to us. If left unchecked, it can seriously damage our mental health.In this book, chartered psychologist and trauma counsellor Dr Chloe Paidoussis-Mitchell offers a roadmap for grief recovery. With guidance drawn from her decades of clinical experience and work with clients, plus a series of practical tools and exercises, she will help you work through your loss so you can embrace life with hope again.This is an expert source of support for anyone seeking light in the dark after loss.

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''Powerful and poignant, this book is for anyone who has struggled with mental health challenges'' Lori Gottlieb''[An] invaluable book'' Andrew Solomon''A unique, hopeful, essential guide. You Are Not Alone is a treasure'' Bruce D. PerryThis singular book is a powerful reminder that help is here, and you are never alone.Millions of people across the world are affected by mental illness every year. Yet the mental healthcare industry remains chaotic, underfunded and often inaccessible, with many people asking themselves the same questions: What does it mean when different doctors give me different diagnoses? Will I be on medication my whole life? Will I ever feel better?Too many of us are confused, afraid and overwhelmed. Families and friends are often left in the dark about how best to help their loved ones, from dealing with logistical issues to handling the emotional challenges of loving someone who is suffering. You Are Not Alone is here to offer help and compassion. Written by Dr Ken Duckworth, whose own entry into psychiatry was inspired by his father''s lifelong battle with bipolar disorder, this comprehensive guide pairs medical expertise with the empathy of someone who gets it.This book shares:Relatable first-person stories that illustrate the diversity of ... Unknown localization key: "more"

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''Powerful and poignant, this book is for anyone who has struggled with mental health challenges'' Lori Gottlieb''[An] invaluable book'' Andrew Solomon''A unique, hopeful, essential guide. You Are Not Alone is a treasure'' Bruce D. PerryThis singular book is a powerful reminder that help is here, and you are never alone.Millions of people across the world are affected by mental illness every year. Yet the mental healthcare industry remains chaotic, underfunded and often inaccessible, with many people asking themselves the same questions: What does it mean when different doctors give me different diagnoses? Will I be on medication my whole life? Will I ever feel better?You Are Not Alone is here to offer help and compassion. Written by Dr Ken Duckworth, whose own entry into psychiatry was inspired by his father''s lifelong battle with bipolar disorder, this comprehensive guide pairs medical expertise with the empathy of someone who gets it.

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